Here’s a creamy, cheesy, and absolutely crowd-pleasing recipe for the Best White Chicken Enchiladas. This version skips red or green sauce in favor of a rich white sauce made with sour cream, green chiles, and cheese — perfect comfort food!
🌯🧀 Best White Chicken Enchiladas
📝 Ingredients (Serves 6–8):
For the enchiladas:
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2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
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1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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1/2 cup shredded cheddar (optional)
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1/2 cup sour cream
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1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
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Salt & pepper, to taste
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8–10 small flour tortillas
For the white sauce:
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3 tbsp butter
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3 tbsp all-purpose flour
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2 cups chicken broth
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1 cup sour cream
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1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles (mild or hot)
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp onion powder
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1/2 tsp cumin (optional, for flavor depth)
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1 ½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (for topping)
👨🍳 Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Mix the filling:
In a bowl, combine:
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Shredded chicken
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1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
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Sour cream (1/2 cup)
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Green onions (optional)
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Salt & pepper to taste
3. Assemble the enchiladas:
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Warm tortillas slightly (in the microwave for 15–20 sec) so they’re easier to roll.
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Spoon the filling into each tortilla and roll tightly.
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Place seam-side down in a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
4. Make the white sauce:
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In a saucepan, melt butter, then whisk in flour to form a roux.
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Cook for 1–2 minutes, then gradually whisk in chicken broth.
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Simmer until thickened (3–5 min).
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Turn off the heat and stir in sour cream, green chiles, and seasonings.
🔥 Do not boil after adding sour cream or it may curdle.
5. Assemble & bake:
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Pour the white sauce evenly over the enchiladas.
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Top with the remaining Monterey Jack cheese.
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Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, then broil for 2–3 minutes for a golden, bubbly top.
🌿 Garnish ideas:
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Fresh cilantro
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Extra green onions
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Diced avocado
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A squeeze of lime juice
🍽️ Tips:
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Add a dash of hot sauce or chipotle to the sauce for some kick.
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Want more veggies? Add sautéed onions, corn, or spinach to the filling.
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Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free version (lightly fry or steam them so they don’t tear).