Shredded Chicken Enchiladas with Cheesy Sour Cream Sauce
Enjoy layers of flavor and tenderness with these comforting shredded chicken enchiladas, topped with a cheesy sour cream sauce.
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 1/2 cup finely chopped Onion (yellow or white)
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 tsp Cumin
- 2 tbsp Chicken Broth
- 1/4 cup Salsa Verde
- 1 Chipotle Pepper in Adobo (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp Whipped Cream Cheese
- to taste Salt
For the Cheesy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter
- 1 tbsp All-Purpose Flour
- 3/4 cup Chicken Broth
- 1 cup shredded Monterey or Pepper Jack Cheese
- 1 tbsp Salsa Verde (for Cheesy Sauce)
- 1/3 cup Sour Cream
For Assembly
- 4 pieces Flour Tortillas (6" in diameter)
- to taste chopped Cilantro or Green Onions (for garnish)
Instructions
Preparation
- Melt the unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat, then add the finely chopped onion and cook until translucent.
- Sprinkle in the chili powder, garlic powder, and cumin, and stir to toast the spices.
- Pour in chicken broth, salsa verde, and chopped chipotle pepper, stirring to combine and simmer.
- Add the whipped cream cheese and a pinch of salt, stirring until the cream cheese is fully incorporated.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
Cheesy Sauce Preparation
- In a separate pan, melt the tablespoon of butter, then add flour and stir to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth until the mixture thickens and becomes smooth.
- Stir in shredded cheese and salsa verde, allowing the cheese to melt before mixing in sour cream.
Assembly
- Fill the flour tortillas with the creamy chicken mixture, roll them up tightly, and place seam side down in a baking dish.
- Pour the cheesy sauce over the rolled enchiladas, completely covering them.
- If desired, sprinkle additional cheese on top.
Baking
- Bake the enchiladas until bubbly and heated through, with the cheese becoming golden.
Notes
Ensure the filling is not too hot when rolling the tortillas to prevent tearing. For ease of rolling, warm the tortillas briefly in the microwave.