Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas

These Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas are a creamy, cheesy Tex-Mex favorite the whole family will love. Filled with tender chicken, green chiles, and melty cheese, then topped with a homemade sour cream enchilada sauce, they’re an easy weeknight dinner that’s ready in about 35 minutes.

I’ve been making these Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas for years, and they’re always one of the first dinners to disappear. The homemade white enchilada sauce is a delicious change from traditional red enchiladas, and using rotisserie chicken makes it even easier to get dinner on the table on busy weeknights. I love serving them with my easy Mexican rice for an easy, family-friendly meal.

Tender chicken is wrapped in soft flour tortillas, topped with the creamy white enchilada sauce, and finished with plenty of melted cheese before baking until hot and bubbly. It’s one of those dinners my family never gets tired of.

What Is Sour Cream Enchilada Sauce?

Sour cream enchilada sauce is a creamy white enchilada sauce made with butter, flour, chicken broth, sour cream, and diced green chiles. Instead of a traditional red enchilada sauce, this homemade version has a rich, smooth texture and mild, tangy flavor that pairs perfectly with chicken, cheese, and flour or corn tortillas.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Easy Weeknight Dinner: Ready in just 35 minutes using simple, everyday ingredients.
• Creamy Homemade Sauce: The rich sour cream enchilada sauce is smooth, cheesy, and packed with flavor.
• Family Favorite: Mild flavors make these chicken enchiladas a dinner both kids and adults love.
• Great for Leftovers: Make them ahead, freeze for later, or enjoy leftovers for lunch the next day, just like my Easy Chicken Enchiladas.

Ingredient Notes

Here's a quick overview of what you'll need to make these enchiladas. Exact amounts and full instructions are in the recipe card below.

• Chicken: Cooked shredded chicken, diced chicken breasts, leftover chicken, or rotisserie chicken all work well. Rotisserie chicken is my favorite shortcut for getting dinner on the table even faster.
• Flour Tortillas: I prefer flour tortillas because they’re soft and hold the creamy filling together well. If you prefer a more traditional enchilada, warmed corn tortillas work great too.
• Sour Cream: Full-fat sour cream creates the creamiest sauce. Stir it in after removing the sauce from the heat to keep it smooth and prevent curdling.
• Green Chiles: Mild diced green chiles add flavor without much heat. If you like a little spice, swap them for hot green chiles.

Add In's & Variations

These enchiladas are easy to customize based on what you have on hand or what your family loves.

• Swap the Protein: Try shredded turkey or cooked ground beef instead of chicken.
• Use Corn Tortillas: Flour tortillas are my family’s favorite, but warmed corn tortillas are a great option if you prefer a more traditional enchilada.
• Make It Spicy: Add diced jalapeños, use hot green chiles, or swap in Pepper Jack cheese.
• Add Veggies: Stir in corn, sautéed bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.
• Add Beans: Mix black beans or pinto beans into the filling, or serve with my Charro Beans on the side.
• Season the Filling: Add taco seasoning, garlic powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, or chili powder if you want a bolder Tex-Mex flavor.

How to Make Sour Cream Enchiladas

These enchiladas come together with a simple chicken filling and a homemade sour cream enchilada sauce before baking until hot and bubbly. Once you stir the sour cream into the sauce, avoid bringing it to a boil so it stays smooth and creamy.

Step 1. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken and onion in oil until the chicken is cooked through and the onion is tender.

Step 2. Divide the chicken mixture between the tortillas and sprinkle with cheese. Roll each tortilla tightly and place seam-side down in a greased 9×13 baking dish.

Step 3. Melt butter in a saucepan. Whisk in the flour and cook for about 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and cook until the sauce thickens. Remove the pan from the heat, then stir in the sour cream and green chiles until smooth. Pour the sauce evenly over the enchiladas and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.

Step 4. Bake at 400°F for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, golden brown, and the enchiladas are hot and bubbly. Remove from oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Serving Suggestions

These enchiladas pair perfectly with your favorite Mexican-inspired sides for an easy family dinner.

• Easy Mexican Rice: A classic side that pairs perfectly with the creamy enchilada sauce.
• Homemade Refried Beans: Hearty, flavorful, and always a great addition.
• Mexican Street Corn Casserole: A creamy, cheesy side everyone loves.
• Restaurant-Style Tableside Guacamole: Fresh avocado adds a cool, creamy contrast to the warm enchiladas.
• Chips & Salsa: Keep it simple with tortilla chips and your favorite salsa or pico de gallo.

For even more flavor, garnish your enchiladas with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, diced tomatoes, green onions, or a squeeze of fresh lime juice before serving.

Storage & Reheating

• Refrigerate: Store leftovers covered or in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
• Reheat: Warm individual portions in the microwave, or cover the baking dish with foil and bake at 350°F until heated through.
• Make Ahead: Assemble up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate until you’re ready to bake.
• Freeze: Freeze before or after baking for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
• Helpful Tip: The sauce will thicken once chilled but will become smooth and creamy again as it reheats.

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These Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas are creamy, cheesy comfort food packed with flavor. This easy, family-friendly Tex-Mex dinner is perfect when you want a delicious meal made with simple ingredients.

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