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White Chicken Enchiladas

Tender chicken, melty cheese, and a creamy green chile sauce come together for a cozy, oven-baked Tex-Mex dinner.
5 from 2 votes
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Whisk
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Rubber spatula or spoon
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 8 taco-size 8-inch flour tortillas
  • 3 c fully cooked rotisserie chicken shredded or chopped
  • 3 c Monterey Jack cheese shredded (divided)
  • 3 T butter
  • 3 T all-purpose flour
  • 2 c chicken broth
  • 1 c sour cream
  • 1 4 oz can diced green chilies
  • Optional toppings: chopped green onions chopped parsley or cilantro, guacamole, salsa or pico de gallo

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • In a small bowl, mix chicken and 1 c cheese. Season with salt and pepper if desired.
  • Fill tortillas with the mixture, roll, and place seam-side down in the dish.
  • In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook 1 min.
  • Slowly whisk in broth. Cook until thick and bubbly, 3–5 min.
  • Remove from heat. Cool slightly, then whisk in sour cream and green chiles.
  • Pour sauce over enchiladas and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  • Bake 20–25 min, until heated through and lightly browned.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings.
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