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White Chicken Enchiladas with Green Chili Sour Cream Sauce

Craving authentic Mexican flavors but short on time? These creamy white chicken enchiladas are your perfect weeknight solution! With tender shredded chicken wrapped in soft tortillas and smothered in a tangy green chili sour cream sauce, this comforting dish brings restaurant-quality Mexican dinner recipes right to your table.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 8-10 medium flour tortillas
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken with 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese, half the diced onion, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
  2. Make the Sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, sauté the remaining onion and garlic until fragrant. Add sour cream, diced green chilies, chicken broth, and remaining spices. Stir constantly until the sauce is smooth and heated through. Do not boil.
  3. Assemble the Enchiladas: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread 1/2 cup of sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish. Fill each tortilla with about 1/3 cup of chicken mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish.
  4. Top and Bake: Pour remaining sauce over the enchiladas, covering them completely. Sprinkle with Mexican blend cheese and remaining Monterey Jack. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with Mexican rice and refried beans for a complete Mexican dinner experience.

Notes

Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking. Use rotisserie chicken for time-saving. Can be assembled up to a day in advance and refrigerated. Adjust spice level by using mild or hot green chilies. Freezes well for meal prep.