Chicken Enchiladas with White Sauce
Indulge in the comfort of homemade Chicken Enchiladas with White Sauce, a dish that seamlessly blends rich flavors and creamy textures. This delightful recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family meals, bringing everyone together around the table. With tender shredded chicken enveloped in soft tortillas and smothered in a velvety white sauce, these enchiladas are sure to impress even the pickiest eaters. Easy to prepare in just 45 minutes, you can customize the fillings to suit your family’s tastes. Gather your loved ones and discover a new favorite meal that captures comfort food at its finest!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 8 medium flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese blend
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp lime juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, warm oil and cook diced chicken seasoned with cumin and chili powder until golden.
- In a bowl, mix sour cream, cream of chicken soup, lime juice, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Lay out tortillas and fill each with cooked chicken and cheese; roll tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour creamy sauce over enchiladas and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for about 20 minutes; uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (190g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 85mg