Description
White chicken enchiladas are a creamy, cheesy delight that transforms cozy dinners and festive gatherings into memorable experiences. Wrapped in soft tortillas and baked to golden perfection, these enchiladas are a crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone at the table asking for seconds. Perfect for weeknight meals or potlucks, they can easily be customized with your favorite veggies or toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese (mixed)
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Shred cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds, then add green chiles.
- In a bowl, mix sour cream with chicken broth until smooth. Add half of this mixture to the skillet; stir well.
- Spoon shredded chicken into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas and sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving; garnish with cilantro or diced tomatoes if desired.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (about 180g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 684mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Customize your filling by adding jalapeños for extra heat or swapping chicken for black beans for a vegetarian option. For easy shredding, use a stand mixer on low speed.