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Creamy Chicken Comfort Rolls

These cozy creamy white chicken enchiladas are tender tortillas filled with shredded chicken and two types of cheese, all smothered in a rich, creamy sauce, perfect for family dinners and gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-American
Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 3 cups cooked, shredded chicken Rotisserie chicken works great.
  • 1 small onion (diced)
  • 1/2 cup diced green chiles Canned, fire-roasted for smoky flavor.
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese Divided.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Divided.
For the sauce
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Other
  • 8-10 medium flour tortillas Whole wheat tortillas can be used.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in the flour, cooking for about a minute until you have a smooth, golden mixture.
  2. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens, which should take about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Remove from the heat, and stir in sour cream, ground cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined and creamy.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, diced onion, green chiles, cilantro, and 1 cup of the Monterey Jack cheese until evenly distributed.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and spread a layer of the creamy white sauce in a greased 9×13 dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll them up, and place seam-side down in the dish.
  3. Pour the remaining white sauce over the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle the rest of the cheeses on top.
  4. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes until bubbly and golden on top. Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving for the perfect slice.

Notes

For the best texture, try switching to broil for the last 2-3 minutes of baking to achieve a golden top. Serve with lime juice and extra cilantro.