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Skinny White Chicken Enchiladas

A lighter take on creamy white chicken enchiladas with tender shredded chicken and a tangy sauce.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
  • 1 teaspoon cumin divided
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 cup salsa (no sugar added, verde sauce) optional
  • 1 1/2 cups Mexican-style reduced-fat shredded cheese
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups fat-free chicken broth
  • 4 ounces diced green chiles canned
  • 8 ounces reduced-fat sour cream container
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 6-inch whole grain flour tortillas optional: use corn tortillas
  • 1/4 cup cilantro finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Mexican-style reduced-fat shredded cheese for topping

Equipment

  • 9 x 13-inch baking dish
  • Large Pot
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden Spoon or Whisk
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with 1/2 teaspoon of the cumin, the chili powder, and the salsa (if using) until evenly combined.
  3. Place about an even portion of the chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla, roll tightly, and arrange seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Make the white sauce: in a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and cook, stirring frequently, until the sauce begins to thicken, about 6 minutes.
  6. Stir in the remaining 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1 cup of the shredded cheese, diced green chiles, sour cream, salt, and pepper until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
  7. Pour the white sauce evenly over the rolled enchiladas in the baking dish. Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup shredded cheese on top.
  8. Bake until the cheese is melted and lightly golden, about 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Use corn tortillas if you prefer a gluten-free option.
  • Salsa verde is optional for a tangier filling.
  • Shredded rotisserie chicken works well to save time.
  • Divide the cumin between the filling and the sauce as directed.