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A baking dish filled with golden brown white chicken enchiladas topped with melted cheese and sprinkled with parsley.

White Chicken Enchiladas with Creamy Sauce

White chicken enchiladas with tender chicken, melty cheese, and a creamy green chile sauce. Easy family dinner ready in just 40 minutes.
These white chicken enchiladas are perfect for busy weeknights when you want something comforting and crowd pleasing. The creamy sauce and cheesy filling make them extra satisfying while still being simple to prepare. Great for sharing and ideal for make ahead meals that reheat beautifully.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 510
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon all purpose seasoning
For the enchiladas
  • 10 small flour tortillas
For the sauce
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chiles
For topping
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Equipment

  • 9 by 13 inch baking dish
  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9 by 13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, 1 cup cheese, salt, pepper, and seasoning until evenly mixed.
  3. Spoon the filling evenly into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam side down in the baking dish.
  4. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter, then whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute until lightly golden.
  5. Slowly pour in chicken broth while whisking until smooth and slightly thickened.
  6. Reduce heat to low and stir in sour cream and green chiles, keeping the sauce warm without boiling.
  7. Pour the sauce evenly over the rolled enchiladas, making sure they are fully covered.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
  9. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted.
  10. Optional: broil for 1 to 2 minutes until lightly golden on top.
  11. Ensure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of chopped cilantro or a squeeze of lime juice before serving.