Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until pale golden.
- Slowly whisk in chicken broth, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens and begins to bubble, about 3-4 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in softened cream cheese, sour cream, and diced green chilies with their juices. Mix until completely smooth and creamy with no lumps, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes until onion softens and becomes translucent. Season with cumin, salt, and pepper to taste.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken with 1 cup of the prepared white sauce and 1 cup of the shredded cheese. Mix thoroughly.
- Warm tortillas wrapped in a damp paper towel in the microwave for 15-20 seconds. Spoon about ¼ cup of chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Pour remaining white sauce evenly over the assembled enchiladas. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and developing golden spots.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Freezes well for up to 3 months. Substitutions: Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for lighter version. Try pepper jack cheese for more spice. Corn tortillas work but require careful warming. Make-Ahead: Assemble completely, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking. Add 10 minutes to bake time if cooking from cold.
