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Shredded Chicken Enchiladas With Cheesy Sour Cream Sauce Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • - 4 cups shredded chicken
  • - 1 cup sour cream
  • - Monterey Jack cheese amount to taste
  • - Cheddar cheese amount to taste
  • - Enchilada sauce amount to taste
  • - Corn or flour tortillas
  • - Sea salt
  • - Ground black pepper
  • - Chopped cilantro
  • - Chicken broth for sauce
  • - Cornstarch for thickening, if needed
  • - Jalapeno juice to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cooking Instructions:
  • Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Begin by cooking the chicken breasts in a pot of enchilada sauce until fully cooked through.
  • Once cooked, remove the chicken and let it cool slightly before shredding it using two forks.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with a pinch of sea salt, ground black pepper, some of the enchilada sauce, and a generous amount of Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese.
  • For added flavor, mix in chopped cilantro.
  • In a saucepan, combine 1 cup of sour cream with some chicken broth over medium heat.
  • Slowly melt in additional Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese, stirring until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
  • If you prefer a thicker sauce, create a cornstarch slurry and add it to the mixture, stirring until it thickens.
  • For an extra kick, add a splash of jalapeno juice.
  • Warm the tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds to make them pliable.
  • Once warmed, fill each tortilla with the shredded chicken mixture and roll them up tightly.
  • Pour a layer of enchilada sauce into the bottom of a baking dish.
  • Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down in the dish.
  • Top with remaining enchilada sauce and any leftover cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Extra Tips:
  • When making shredded chicken enchiladas, feel free to customize the recipe to suit your tastes. Healthier tortillas like corn tortillas are recommended for a better nutritional profile.
  • You can add black beans, corn, or diced peppers to the chicken mixture for added texture and flavor.
  • Additionally, if you prefer a spicier dish, consider using a spicier enchilada sauce or adding diced jalapenos to the filling.
  • Don't hesitate to experiment with different types of cheese or sauces to find your perfect combination!