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Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas

Delicious Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas Recipe for Dinner

Indulge in these creamy, cheesy Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas that delight every palate and are perfect for any dinner!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 410

Ingredients
  

Filling Ingredients
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chiles
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese divided
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 8 flour tortillas 8-inch
Sauce Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • baking dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded chicken, green chiles, 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin until well blended.
  2. Spoon the filling evenly into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
  2. Slowly whisk in chicken broth, bring to a simmer, and cook until thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and remaining green chiles.
Baking
  1. Pour the sauce evenly over the enchiladas and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese on top.
  2. Bake uncovered at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes or until bubbly and lightly golden.
  3. Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 23gFat: 25g

Notes

Feel free to customize with different cheeses or add ingredients like black beans and corn for extra heartiness.

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