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Creamy White Chicken and Avocado Enchiladas

Creamy, cheesy enchiladas filled with shredded chicken and avocado for a comforting, easy weeknight meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 jalapeños seeded and diced
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken
  • 2 cups chicken broth divided
  • 1 cup heavy cream divided
  • 1 tsp paprika divided
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 3 1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese shredded and divided
  • 3 avocados divided
  • 8 corn tortillas medium sized

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • second large skillet
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • microwave or griddle

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and jalapeños and sauté 2–3 minutes, until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add 2 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken to the skillet and cook 1–2 minutes to combine.
  4. Pour in 1/2 cup of the chicken broth, 1/2 cup heavy cream, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Stir and heat through, then remove the chicken mixture from the heat and set aside.
  5. In a second large skillet, melt 4 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Whisk in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour until combined and slightly clumpy, then slowly whisk in the remaining 1 1/2 cups chicken broth until smooth and slightly thickened.
  6. Stir in the remaining 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1 cup sour cream until smooth.
  7. Add 2 cups of the shredded Monterey Jack cheese and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon paprika to the sauce; stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
  8. Peel and dice 2 of the avocados and fold them into the cheese sauce, then remove the sauce from the heat and set aside.
  9. Warm the corn tortillas in the microwave or on a griddle until soft and pliable. Place a portion of the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla, top with a couple slices of the remaining avocado, and roll tightly. Place seam-side down in a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  10. Pour the cheese-avocado sauce over the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle with the remaining 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
  11. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Let the enchiladas rest a few minutes before serving. Optional: top with a little sour cream or serve with salsa.

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked shredded chicken to save time.
  • Seed jalapeños for less heat.
  • Warm tortillas briefly to prevent cracking when rolling.
  • Dice avocados just before assembling to avoid browning.
  • Adjust salt to taste based on your broth.