Chicken Enchiladas With Sour Cream Sauce

20m
Prep Time
35m
Cook Time
55m
Ready In

Recipe: #26607

July 24, 2017



"Got this recipe from another website. Tweaked it a little to my own liking. Hubby loved it."

Original is 10 servings

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (270.3 g)
  • Calories 420.4
  • Total Fat - 20.7 g
  • Saturated Fat - 10.4 g
  • Cholesterol - 205.9 mg
  • Sodium - 785.9 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 29.7 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 4 g
  • Sugars - 1.9 g
  • Protein - 29.6 g
  • Calcium - 503.4 mg
  • Iron - 2.7 mg
  • Vitamin C - 5.3 mg
  • Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350° F.

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a skillet. Add shredded chicken and season with 1 teaspoon taco seasoning. Saute till heated through and slightly browned.

Step 3

Remove chicken from skillet. Add 1 tablespoon oil and saute onions till translucent. Remove onions and add them to the chicken.

Step 4

Melt butter in same skillet over medium heat. Stir in flour till completely absorbed into melted butter and cook for about a minute. Add in 2 teaspoons taco seasoning and mix well with flour mixture.

Step 5

Slowly add chicken broth and whisk until completely smooth. Cook over medium heat until thick and bubbly. Add salt and pepper. Turn heat to low. Stir in sour cream and green chiles.

Step 6

In a large bowl combine chicken, onion, and 1 cup of cheese.

Step 7

Place 1/3 cup of chicken mixture in the middle of each tortilla, roll up and place into baking dish.

Step 8

Pour 1 cup of sauce into a 9x13 baking dish that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray. Place chicken rolls in the baking dish. Pour remaining sauce over the top of the tortillas in the dish. Top with cheese.

Step 9

Bake at 350° F for 20-25 minutes or until browned and bubbly.

Tips


No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.


  • Be sure to buy block cheese and shred it yourself for the best flavor.
  • Start with just a tiny bit of diced jalapenos and taste test before adding more.

  • Instead of Monterey Jack cheese, use Cheddar cheese. The benefit of this substitution is that Cheddar cheese has a sharper flavor than Monterey Jack, so it will add a more robust flavor to the enchiladas.
  • Instead of taco seasoning, use chili powder. The benefit of this substitution is that chili powder has a deeper, smokier flavor than taco seasoning, which will add a more complex flavor to the dish.

Vegetarian Version Replace the chicken with 1 1/2 cups cooked black beans. Omit the taco seasoning from the chicken and replace with 1 teaspoon cumin. Replace the chicken broth with vegetable broth. Omit the green chilies and replace with 1/2 cup diced bell peppers.



Mexican Street Corn Salad: This creamy and spicy Mexican Street Corn Salad is the perfect side dish to accompany the Chicken Enchiladas With Sour Cream Sauce. Packed with fresh corn, feta, cilantro, and jalapeno, it's a great way to add a kick of flavor to your meal!


Black Bean and Rice Burrito Bowls: These hearty and healthy Black Bean and Rice Burrito Bowls are the perfect accompaniment to the Chicken Enchiladas With Sour Cream Sauce. Filled with black beans, rice, salsa, and cheese, these burrito bowls provide a delicious balance of protein and carbohydrates that will keep you full and satisfied. Plus, they can be customized to your taste with any of your favorite toppings!




FAQ

Q: Can I use canned chicken for this recipe?

A: Yes, you can use canned chicken for this recipe. Drain the can and shred the chicken before adding it to the skillet.



Q: How long do I cook the chicken?

A: Cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F and is no longer pink in the middle. This should take about 10 minutes.

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Fun facts:

The dish Chicken Enchiladas is believed to have been invented by Mexican immigrants in the United States during the 1940s. It has since become a popular dish in many Mexican restaurants.

The Mexican actress and singer, Thalía, is known to be a fan of Chicken Enchiladas. She has been seen cooking the dish on her cooking show and has even released her own version of the recipe.