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Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas

A comforting dish featuring tender chicken, creamy sauce, and melted cheese wrapped in soft tortillas, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

Essential Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken Use leftover or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • 1 cup sour cream Adds creaminess and a slight tang.
  • 1 cup cream of chicken soup Enhances the creamy texture.
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese Melts beautifully and adds mild flavor.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Brings sharpness that complements other ingredients.
  • 8 small flour tortillas Holds all the delicious filling.
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil To grease the baking dish.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adds savory flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder Provides subtle sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin Adds warm, earthy flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances all flavors.
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper Adds a little spice.

Equipment

  • Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. Prepare the chicken by boiling, baking, or grilling it. Shred into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with sour cream, cream of chicken soup, and half a cup of Monterey Jack cheese. Add garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, roll them up tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  4. Mix the remaining Monterey Jack cheese with the cheddar cheese. Sprinkle half of this cheese mixture over the rolled tortillas. Pour any leftover chicken mixture over the top and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.
  5. Let the enchiladas cool for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 25gFat: 20g

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