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Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas

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Creamy White Chicken Enchiladas are a comforting and satisfying dish that your family will adore. Bursting with flavor, these enchiladas feature tender shredded chicken wrapped in warm tortillas, all smothered in a rich creamy sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special gatherings, this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or switching up the proteins to suit your taste. With easy preparation steps and satisfying results, these enchiladas are sure to become a staple in your meal rotation.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 8

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté seasoned chicken until fully cooked (about 7–10 minutes) and shred it.
  3. In the same skillet, combine heavy cream, chicken broth, diced green chiles, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Simmer until blended.
  4. Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken and cheese, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  5. Pour the sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  6. Bake for about 20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
  • Author: Ina Cripple
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approximately 150g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 650mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 19g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg