Heavenly Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas
Indulge in the heavenly goodness of these Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas, boasting unparalleled creaminess and flavor. With a luscious white enchilada sauce that will leave you craving more, this easy chicken enchilada recipe is a must-try for any enchilada enthusiast.
What Defines an Enchilada?
An enchilada is a culinary delight consisting of a rolled tortilla filled with savory ingredients, typically meat, and adorned with a flavorful sauce before being baked to perfection. These Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas feature a delightful filling of creamy cream cheese chicken, combined with tomatoes, and mild green chiles, all harmoniously enveloped in a rich, cheesy white enchilada sauce.
Ingredients:
- 10 small soft flour tortillas (corn tortillas can be substituted)
- 3 tablespoons of all-purpose flour
- 2 cups of chicken broth
- 1 cup of sour cream
- 2 1/2 cups of shredded, cooked chicken (preferably roast chicken)
- 3 cups of Monterey Jack cheese, grated
- 3 tablespoons of butter
- 4 oz diced green chiles (medium heat)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with 1 cup of grated cheese.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken and cheese mixture, rolling them up, and place them seam side down in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter, then stir in the flour, whisking continuously for about 1 minute to create a roux.
- Gradually pour in the chicken broth, whisking constantly until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble.
- Remove the skillet from heat and carefully stir in the sour cream and diced green chiles, ensuring the mixture doesn’t become too hot to prevent curdling.
- Pour the creamy sauce over the arranged enchiladas in the baking dish, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the remaining grated cheese over the top of the enchiladas.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-23 minutes until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- For a golden finish, broil the enchiladas for an additional 3 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy the creamy, cheesy goodness of these Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas!
Bon Appétit!
