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Chicken Enchiladas with Dreamy White Sauce

Dreamy White Sauce Chicken Enchiladas That Comfort & Nourish

Savor the delicious Chicken Enchiladas with Dreamy White Sauce, delivering comfort and nutrition in every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken leftover or rotisserie chicken saves time
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh garlic can be used for a bolder taste
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin adds essential warmth
  • to taste Salt adjust to personal preference
  • to taste Pepper adjust to personal preference
For the Tortillas
  • 8 pieces Whole Wheat Tortillas feel free to use corn or flour
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt substitute with full-fat sour cream thinned with milk if preferred
  • 1/2 cup Milk any variety works
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil avocado oil or melted butter are good substitutes
  • 1 cup Cheese (Monterey Jack/Cheddar) shred your own for better meltability
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Chopped Veggies or Beans enhance nutrition and flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather all your ingredients.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Warm your whole wheat tortillas in the microwave for about 20 seconds to prevent cracking.
  4. Spoon about ¼ cup of the chicken mixture onto the center of each tortilla. Roll them tightly.
  5. Whisk together Greek yogurt, milk, and olive oil until smooth. Adjust consistency if necessary.
  6. Pour the creamy white sauce over the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle cheese on top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, until the cheese is golden brown.
  8. Allow the enchiladas to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 38gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent tearing. Shred your cheese fresh for better melt and flavor.

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