Description
These Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas with Creamy Sauce are a comforting family favorite, featuring a delightful blend of creamy goodness and cheesy indulgence.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 8 flour tortillas (6–8-inch size)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- ½ cup salsa
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté the aromatics: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent (about 3–4 minutes). Stir in the shredded chicken, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper, and cook for another 2–3 minutes.
- Preheat: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with oil or nonstick spray.
- Assemble the enchiladas: Place a tortilla on a clean surface. Spoon a generous portion of the chicken mixture in the center, sprinkle with cheese, then roll the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat for all tortillas.
- Make the creamy sauce: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sour cream, heavy cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne. Stir continuously, bringing it to a gentle simmer for about 5–7 minutes until slightly thickened. Add salt to taste.
- Bake: Pour the creamy sauce evenly over the enchiladas in the baking dish and sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Once baked, spoon salsa over each enchilada and garnish with fresh chopped cilantro if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
Consider adding black beans or corn to the chicken mixture for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican