Enchiladas With Sour Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Enchiladas With Sour Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large whole chicken breasts, poached; 1 c. chopped onions; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine; 1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, chopped; 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce; 1/4 c. chopped mild green chilies; 1 tsp. sugar; 1 tsp. ground cumin; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. oregano; 1/2 tsp. basil; 12 corn tortillas; 2 c. (8 oz.) grated Monterey Jack cheese; 1 1/2 c. (12 oz.) sour cream

Servings: persons

2 large whole chicken breasts, poached
1 c. chopped onions
1 clove garlic, minced
2 Tbsp. butter or margarine
1 (16 oz.) can tomatoes, chopped
1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce
1/4 c. chopped mild green chilies
1 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/2 tsp. basil
12 corn tortillas
2 c. (8 oz.) grated Monterey Jack cheese
1 1/2 c. (12 oz.) sour cream

1
Cut cooked chicken into 12 strips and sprinkle with salt to taste.
2
Set aside.
3
In large skillet, saute onions and garlic in butter until soft.
4
Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, green chilies, sugar, cumin, salt, oregano and basil.
5
Simmer 20 minutes.
6
Remove chicken.
7
Dip each tortilla in sauce.
8
Place 1 piece chicken on each tortilla with 2 tablespoons cheese.
9
Roll and place in 9 x 13-inch pan with seam down.
10
Blend sour cream into remaining sauce and pour over enchiladas.
11
Sprinkle with cheese.
12
Bake at 350u00b0 for 40 minutes.

1092

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large whole chicken breasts, poached, 1 c. chopped onions, 1 clove garlic, minced, 2 Tbsp. butter or margarine, and more.

Yes, Enchiladas With Sour Cream Sauce falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Enchiladas With Sour Cream Sauce

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