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White Chicken Enchiladas

Creamy, cheesy white chicken enchiladas baked with green chilies and Monterey Jack—easy, comforting, and delicious.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 8 –10 flour tortillas soft taco size
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese divided
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 4 oz can diced green chiles

Method
 

Fill the Tortillas
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with 1 cup of cheese. Fill each tortilla with this mixture, roll them up, and place seam-side down in a lightly greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Prepare the Sauce
  1. In a small skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, creating a blonde roux. Gradually add the chicken broth while whisking until the sauce becomes smooth and starts to thicken.
Add Cream & Chiles
  1. Remove the sauce from heat. Stir in the sour cream and diced green chiles until fully incorporated.
Assemble & Bake
  1. Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the enchiladas. Top with the remaining 1 cup of cheese. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve
  1. Remove from the oven, let the dish rest for a minute, and enjoy while hot. These enchiladas pair well with a simple side salad, Spanish rice, or refried beans.