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White Chicken Enchiladas

Delicious White Chicken Enchiladas Recipe Under 45 Minutes

Try these mouthwatering White Chicken Enchiladas, a creamy, cheesy delight perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Filling
  • 3-4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 1 pound
  • 2 cloves fresh garlic minced
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese divided
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
Wrapping and Topping
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 can (10 oz) green enchilada sauce

Equipment

  • Baking dish
  • pot
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
  2. In a pot, simmer chicken breasts in water or chicken broth until cooked through, about 20-25 minutes. Shred the chicken.
  3. In a bowl, combine shredded chicken with cream cheese, minced garlic, green chiles, and half of the shredded cheese.
  4. Spoon the mixture into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  5. Pour the green enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and top with remaining cheese.
  6. Bake for 20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown. Drizzle with sour cream before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat covered with foil in a preheated oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.

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