Best 5 Cheesy Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Cheesy Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas, a delectable dish that harmonizes the richness of sour cream, the zest of salsa verde, and the succulent texture of chicken, all enveloped in a blanket of melted cheese. This culinary masterpiece is an effortless fusion of Mexican and American cuisines, offering a savory and satisfying meal that will delight your taste buds.

Dive into the vibrant flavors of Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas, where tender chicken mingles with a zesty blend of tomatillo salsa, roasted poblano peppers, and tangy spices.

Relish the comforting embrace of Creamy Poblano Chicken Enchiladas, featuring succulent chicken enveloped in a creamy poblano sauce, harmoniously balanced with the smoky notes of roasted poblano peppers and a hint of spice.

Delight in the classic flavors of Cheese Enchiladas, where gooey cheese, tangy enchilada sauce, and savory fillings unite to create a timeless dish that never fails to satisfy.

All these recipes promise a flavor-packed culinary journey, sure to leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SOUR CREAM CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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A delicious and easy recipe for sour cream chicken enchiladas

Provided by Andrea

Categories     Main Course

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb chicken breasts (boneless and skinless)
1 tbsp ground cumin
salt and pepper (to taste)
8 flour tortillas
2 cups shredded colby jack cheese (divided)
4 tbsp butter
4 tbsp flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup sour cream
green chile or jalapenos (diced)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Warm olive oil in a saute pan, over medium heat. Cut chicken breasts into small pieces, season with cumin, salt and pepper, and saute in olive oil until cooked through.
  • Warm tortillas in the microwave for 30 - 60 seconds, until pliable. Add 1/8 cup of cooked chicken to the center of the tortillas, and top with 2 tablespoons of shredded cheese. Roll tortillas and place seam-side down in a greased casserole dish.
  • In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Sprinkle in flour, and whisk to form a roux. Slowly add in chicken broth, whisking constantly until incorporated and no clumps remain. Remove from heat.
  • Add in sour cream and diced chilies and stir to combine. Add salt and pepper to taste. Pour sauce over rolled tortillas. Top with remaining cup of shredded cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes.

SOUR CREAM CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Shredded chicken, fresh cilantro, green chile salsa and jalapeno salsa flavor these sour cream enchiladas. They are very easy to make, and are for lunch the next day. They are somewhat spicy-hot and full of cilantro.

Provided by Brenda

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 bunch cilantro
1 cup sour cream
2 (7 ounce) cans jalapeno salsa
2 (7 ounce) cans prepared green chile salsa
2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and shredded
1 onion
12 (6 inch) flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • To Make Sour Cream Mixture: In a blender or food processor, puree cilantro, sour cream, jalapeno salsa and 1/2 can of the green chile salsa. Set aside.
  • To Make Chicken Mixture: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, onion and the remaining 1 1/2 cans of green chile salsa. Mix well.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat tortillas in conventional or microwave oven until soft. Pour enough of the sour cream mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish to coat the bottom. Place 2 heaping tablespoonfuls of the chicken mixture in each tortilla, roll up and place seam side down in the baking dish. Pour remaining sour cream mixture over all and top with shredded cheese.
  • Cover dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 30 minutes, or until dish is heated through and bubbling.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 40.4 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 663.7 mg, Sugar 3.3 g

CREAMY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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My daughter has the best sour cream and cream cheese chicken enchiladas recipe I've ever tried. She brought 10 pans of it to my wedding reception and they were the biggest hit of all the food. So many guests wanted the recipe, we sent it out with our Christmas cards. -Pat Coffee, Kingston, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
5 cups diced cooked chicken
20 flour tortillas (6 inches), room temperature
2 cans (10-1/2 ounces each ) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
2 cups sour cream
1 cup 2% milk
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, water, onion powder, cumin, salt and pepper until smooth. Stir in chicken. , Place 1/4 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down in two greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. In a large bowl, combine soup, sour cream, milk and chiles; pour over enchiladas. , Bake, uncovered, 30-40 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with cheese; bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 651 calories, Fat 38g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 151mg cholesterol, Sodium 1392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

CHEESY SOUR CREAM CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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AWESOME AND DELICIOUS!! The first time I prepared this dish my DH went crazy scraping his plate! A good OAMC dish for the freezer. Very creamy and easy to prepare. The added toppings give much flavor. This recipe makes a very pretty dish for guests!

Provided by Seasoned Cook

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cups cooked chicken (shred or diced)
1 (10 3/4 ounce) cream of chicken soup
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup salsa
1/2 teaspoon chili powder (or to taste)
8 (6 inch) flour tortillas
1/2 cup cheddar cheese
1 plum tomato, chopped
1 tablespoon green onion, diced

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl mix soup, cream cheese, sour cream, salsa and chili powder.
  • In a large bowl mix chicken, cheese and only 1 cup of salsa mixture.
  • Place 3 tablespoons of chicken mixture in each tortillas. Roll up tortillas and place seamside up on a grease sprayed 11 x 7 baking dish.
  • Pour remaining salsa mixture over filled tortillas. Cover dish with foil.
  • Bake in a 350 degree oven for 45 minutes or until hot and bubbling.
  • Top with cheddar cheese and return to oven for 5 minutes. Sprinkle top with chopped tomatoes and diced green onion. (If desired spoon additional salsa on top.).
  • Enjoy!

MAKE-AHEAD CHEESY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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A gooey, cheesy chicken enchilada. Lots of flavor, easy to prepare, and great to make ahead of time. Wonderful topped with lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, onions, and additional sour cream. A real family favorite.

Provided by barbinfl

Categories     Chicken Enchiladas

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
2 cups diced cooked chicken
3 cups shredded Mexican-blend cheese, divided
½ cup sliced roasted red peppers
1 (4.5 ounce) can diced green chile peppers
1 cup sour cream
1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce
8 (10 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix chicken, 1 1/2 cup Mexican cheese, roasted peppers, chile peppers, and sour cream in a bowl until well combined.
  • Heat enchilada sauce in a 12-inch frying pan. Dip a tortilla in the sauce until well coated and slightly softened. Top with 1/2 cup chicken mixture.
  • Roll up tortilla and place seam side-down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas and chicken mixture. Top enchiladas with remaining sauce and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Spray a sheet of foil with cooking spray, and place it greased side down on the dish; seal to cover.
  • Refrigerate until ready to cook, up to 2 days.
  • When ready to bake, remove enchiladas from the refrigerator and let sit for 30 minutes. Keep foil cover on.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Bake in the preheated oven until bubbly, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 519.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42.5 g, Cholesterol 76.4 mg, Fat 26.8 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 14.9 g, Sodium 1063.7 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

Tips:

  • To save time, use store-bought rotisserie chicken instead of cooking your own. Shred it with two forks before adding it to the enchiladas.
  • If you don't have sour cream, you can substitute Greek yogurt or cottage cheese.
  • For a spicier dish, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or chopped jalapeños to the filling.
  • To make the enchiladas ahead of time, assemble them and bake them for 20 minutes. Then, let them cool completely and refrigerate them for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat them in a 350-degree oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they're heated through.
  • Serve the enchiladas with your favorite toppings, such as guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

Cheesy sour cream chicken enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and satisfying dish that the whole family will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give these cheesy sour cream chicken enchiladas a try.

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