Chicken Enchiladas with Creamy Green Chile Sauce

Chicken Enchiladas with Creamy Green Chile Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    1.3K

Indulge in the vibrant flavors of the Southwest with these Chicken Enchiladas. Tender chicken and melty cheese are embraced by warm corn tortillas, all swimming in a luscious, creamy green chile sauce that will awaken your taste buds. A truly comforting and flavorful experience!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    33 g
  • Cholesterol
    172 mg
  • Fiber
    4 g
  • Protein
    50 g
  • Saturated Fat
    25 g
  • Sodium
    1081 mg
  • Sugar
    3 g
  • Fat
    52 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View Gather all of your ingredients, ensuring everything is prepped and ready to go for a seamless cooking experience. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Gently fry each tortilla, one at a time, for just 5 seconds per side. This softens them, making them pliable and preventing cracking when rolled. Add more oil to the pan as needed to keep tortillas from sticking. (15 minutes)

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Recipe View Drain the softened tortillas between layers of paper towels to remove excess oil and keep them warm until ready to assemble. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Evenly distribute the shredded chicken, 10 ounces of Monterey Jack cheese, and minced onion among the 12 tortillas. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Carefully roll up each tortilla and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. This prevents the enchiladas from unraveling during baking. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Whisk in the all-purpose flour until smooth. Continue whisking as the mixture begins to bubble, creating a roux. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View Slowly pour in the chicken broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps, until the sauce thickens into a velvety consistency. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View Stir in the sour cream and drained green chiles, mixing until well combined. Heat the sauce thoroughly, but avoid boiling. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View Pour the creamy green chile sauce evenly over the assembled enchiladas, ensuring they are generously coated. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly and heated through, approximately 20 minutes. Then, sprinkle the remaining Monterey Jack cheese over the top and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown. (25 minutes)

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Recipe View Garnish with freshly chopped green onions and cilantro for a burst of fresh flavor and vibrant color. Serve immediately and enjoy! (2 minutes)

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.5/ 5 ( 421 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Georgianna Miller

    I've made enchiladas before, but this recipe takes it to another level. The tip about frying the tortillas for just a few seconds is brilliant!

  • Jan Runte

    The instructions were so clear and easy to follow. Even a novice cook like myself could make this with confidence.

  • Dave Bergstrom

    Absolutely delicious! I adjusted the amount of green chiles to make it a bit milder for my kids, and it was perfect.

  • Delilah Beier

    This recipe is a game-changer! The green chile sauce is so creamy and flavorful. My family devoured it!

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