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Chicken Enchiladas with Sour Cream White Sauce

Comforting and delicious chicken enchiladas with a creamy sour cream white sauce, perfect for family dinners.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 8 small flour tortillas
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, some of the cheese, diced onion, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spoon the chicken mixture evenly onto each tortilla, roll them up, and place them seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  4. In another bowl, mix together the sour cream and chicken broth until smooth. Pour the mixture over the rolled tortillas.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

For a healthier twist, use whole-wheat tortillas and low-fat sour cream. Feel free to customize your filling with other ingredients like black beans or corn.

  • Author: gastronomejourney
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: enchiladas, chicken, sour cream, Mexican, comfort food