These sour cream chicken enchiladas are a comforting and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. The creamy sour cream sauce paired with tender chicken, gooey cheese, and flavorful spices is guaranteed to be a hit at the dinner table.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can diced green chilies
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 10-12 small flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (Mexican blend)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until translucent.
- Add in shredded chicken, green chilies, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- In a separate bowl, mix sour cream and chicken broth until smooth.
- Pour half of the sour cream mixture into the chicken mixture and stir well.
- Fill each tortilla with a scoop of the chicken mixture and roll up. Place seam side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour the remaining sour cream mixture over the enchiladas and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Sour cream has been used in Mexican cuisine for centuries to add a creamy and tangy flavor to dishes.
Enchiladas are a popular Mexican dish that can be filled with a variety of ingredients like chicken, beef, or vegetables.