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Creamy Chicken Enchiladas: A Sour Cream White Sauce Sensation

Learn how to make delicious CHICKEN ENCHILADAS WITH SOUR CREAM WHITE SAUCE. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and cook, stirring, until bubbly.
  3. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and comes to a boil.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. This is your creamy white sauce.
  5. In each tortilla, place some shredded chicken and a sprinkle of cheese. Roll up and place in the prepared baking dish, seam side down.
  6. Pour the white sauce over the rolled tortillas, ensuring they are evenly covered.
  7. Top with the remaining cheese.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving, if desired.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

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