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Famous White Chicken Enchiladas with Creamy White Sauce Dinner Favorite Win

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Tender chicken rolled in tortillas and topped with a rich, creamy white sauce for a comforting, flavorful dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 450 g cooked chicken, shredded

  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • ½ teaspoon cumin

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 2 cups milk

  • ½ cup chicken broth

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or mozzarella cheese

  • 8–10 flour tortillas

  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack, mozzarella, or Mexican blend)

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).

  • Heat chicken with spices until warmed through.

  • Make white sauce by melting butter, whisking in flour, then gradually adding milk and broth; stir in cheese.

  • Spread a thin layer of sauce in a baking dish. Fill tortillas with chicken, roll, and place seam-side down.

  • Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas, sprinkle with cheese.

  • Cover and bake 20 minutes; uncover and bake 10 more minutes.

  • Garnish with cilantro and serve.

Notes

Warm tortillas slightly to prevent cracking. Sauce can be adjusted for thickness or spiciness.

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