Description
White Chicken Enchiladas are a comforting, creamy delight that combines tender shredded chicken with rich sauce and melted cheese, all wrapped in soft tortillas. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings, offering a cozy taste of home that will impress your family and friends. With easy preparation and robust flavors, every bite promises satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups shredded boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 3–4 breasts)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1 cup enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cook chicken in boiling water or broth for 15-20 minutes until tender, then shred using two forks.
- In a bowl, combine sour cream and enchilada sauce. Stir in shredded chicken until well coated.
- Place a generous scoop of the mixture into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over rolled tortillas and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg