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White Chicken Enchiladas with Green Chile Sour Cream Sauce
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4.48 from 311 votes

White Chicken Enchiladas with Green Chile Sour Cream Sauce

Chicken, green chilies and cheese, rolled in floured tortillas and smothered in a creamy homemade sauce.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 6 -8 servings
Calories: 440kcal
Author: Danelle

Ingredients

  • 8 soft taco size flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded Monterrey jack cheese divided
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 4 oz can diced green chiles
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray; set aside.
  • Mix the chicken together with 1 cup of the cheese.
  • Distribute the chicken and cheese mixture evenly among the tortillas. Roll up and place seam side down in the prepared pan.
  • In a large saucepan, melt the butter. Add the flour; cook and stir for 1 minute.
  • Add the chicken broth, whisking until smooth. Continue cooking over medium heat until sauce is thick and bubbly.
  • Stir in the sour cream and diced green chiles. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Pour the sauce in an even layer over the enchiladas. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden and bubbly.
  • Sprinkle with cilantro just before serving.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 440kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 92mg | Sodium: 727mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g