This was so tasty, we rushed to eat seconds before it ran out
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of our Cream Cheese Enchiladas – a culinary delight that’s bound to leave your taste buds craving for more!
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| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Softened Cream Cheese (8 oz package) | 1 |
| Shredded Cooked Chicken (3 cups) | 1 |
| Shredded Mexican Cheese (2 cups) | 1 |
| Unsalted Butter (3 tablespoons) | 1 |
| Chicken Broth (2 cups) | 1 |
| Diced Green Chiles (4 oz can) | 1 |
| Corn Tortillas (8, 6-inch) | 1 |
| All-Purpose Flour (3 tablespoons) | 1 |
| Lime Juice (1 tablespoon) | 1 |
| Optional: Chili Powder (1/2 teaspoon) | 1 |
| Salt and Pepper (to taste) | – |
| Fresh Cilantro (for garnish) | – |
| Optional Toppings: | |
| – Diced Tomatoes | – |
| – Sliced Olives | – |
| – Jalapeños | – |
| – Green Onions | – |
Crafting the Perfect Cream Cheese Enchiladas
1. Preparing the Oven and Dish
Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and greasing a 9×13-inch casserole dish, ensuring the ideal setting for culinary magic.
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2. Filling the Tortillas
Combine half of the cream cheese, chicken, 1 cup of Mexican cheese, lime juice, and optional chili powder in a bowl. Season the mixture to perfection. Fill each corn tortilla with 2-3 tablespoons of this savory blend, roll them up, and place them seam side down in the prepared dish.
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3. Crafting the Enchanting Green Chile Sauce
In a saucepan, melt the unsalted butter, then whisk in the all-purpose flour for 2-3 minutes. Add the right seasoning, chicken broth, diced green chiles, and the remaining cream cheese. Let the sauce thicken to an irresistible consistency.
4. Assembling and Baking
Pour the enchanting green chile sauce over the assembled enchiladas, generously sprinkle with the remaining Mexican cheese, and bake for 20-25 minutes. For an enticingly browned top, broil briefly.
5. Garnishing and Serving
Allow the cream cheese enchiladas to rest before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro and, if desired, elevate the experience with optional toppings such as diced tomatoes, sliced olives, jalapeños, or green onions.
