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Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas

Indulgent Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas for Cozy Nights

These Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas offer a comforting homemade meal with rich, creamy fillings wrapped in tortillas.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 enchiladas
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Dish

Ingredients
  

For the Filling

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken can be substituted with turkey or beans
  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese or sharp cheddar or pepper jack

For the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 2 cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 can diced green chiles fire-roasted for smoky flavor

For Assembly

  • 8 count flour tortillas or corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • cilantro optional
  • lime optional
  • hot sauce optional

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13 baking dish.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cream cheese, garlic powder, and 1 cup of Monterey Jack cheese until creamy.
  • Fill flour tortillas with the chicken mixture, roll them tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat, then whisk in flour and taco seasoning for about 1 minute.
  • Gradually add chicken broth, whisking until sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Stir in ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, and diced green chiles until combined.
  • Pour the green chile sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  • Bake for 22-25 minutes until bubbly and golden; broil for 2-3 minutes for a crispy finish.

Notes

Serve with optional cilantro, lime wedges, and hot sauce on the side as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg
Keyword comfort food, Cream Cheese Chicken Enchiladas, Easy Dinner, Family-Friendly, homemade meal
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