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Creamy chicken green chile enchiladas topped with cheese and cilantro

Creamy Chicken Green Chili Enchiladas

These enchiladas are a delightful blend of creamy, spicy, and cheesy flavors, perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken Utilize rotisserie chicken for ease.
  • 4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese Provides an irresistible topping.
  • 10 small soft corn tortillas Soft and pliable for easy wrapping.
Sauce Ingredients
  • 3 tbsp butter Adds richness to the sauce.
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour Essential for thickening the sauce.
  • 2 cups chicken broth Provides deep flavor.
  • 1 cup sour cream Contributes to the creaminess.
  • 2 cans diced green chilis (4 ounce each) Adds a zesty kick.
Garnish
  • to taste Fresh cilantro For garnish.

Method
 

Preheat and Prepare
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Grease a 9 x 13 casserole dish with butter and set aside.
  3. Warm the corn tortillas wrapped in tin foil for about 10 minutes.
Prepare the Filling
  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken and 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheese.
  2. Divide the chicken mixture evenly among the 10 tortillas.
  3. Roll each tortilla tightly and place them in the greased baking dish.
Make the Sauce
  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 1 minute.
  2. Gradually add the chicken broth, whisking constantly until thickened.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the diced green chilis, then allow to cool for 5 minutes before adding sour cream.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Pour the sauce over the enchiladas ensuring they are well coated.
  2. Sprinkle the remaining 3 cups of cheese on top.
  3. Bake for 25 minutes, then broil for 3-4 minutes until browned.
Serve
  1. Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Notes

For quicker preparation, use rotisserie chicken. Warm tortillas can also be prepared in a skillet. Assemble filling and sauce ahead of time for convenience.