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White Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

White Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
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These White Chicken Enchiladas are a creamy and delicious twist on traditional enchiladas. Filled with seasoned chicken and topped with a flavorful creamy sauce, they are sure to be a hit with your family!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Filling:

  • 2 cups boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (Or Pepper Jack cheese)
  • 5 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 teaspoon garlic powder

For the Sauce:

  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 4 ounces canned diced green chilies

Additional Ingredients:

  • 10 soft flour tortillas

Instructions

  1. Cook the Chicken: Prepare the chicken by boiling, baking, or using a rotisserie chicken.
  2. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. Make the Chicken Filling: In a bowl, combine the cooked and shredded chicken with 3/4 cup of cheese, cream cheese, and garlic powder.
  4. Prepare the Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, add flour and taco seasoning, then gradually whisk in chicken broth until thickened. Stir in 1/2 cup of cheese, sour cream, and green chilies.
  5. Assemble the Enchiladas: Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll up, and place in the baking dish.
  6. Add the Sauce: Pour the sauce over the enchiladas and top with the remaining cheese.
  7. Bake: Bake at 350°F for 22 minutes, then broil for 3 minutes to brown the cheese.

Notes

  • You can customize the level of heat by choosing mild or spicy green chilies.
  • Feel free to add more toppings like fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, or avocado slices before serving.

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