A creative and easy Cinco de Mayo recipe for Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas with Philadelphia Cream Cheese and Green Chile Sour Cream Sauce.
Ridiculous. Absolutely ridiculous.
It's taken me way too long to finally make enchiladas. Seriously, first time ever making enchiladas.
Definitely not the first time eating them though. Asheley and I love us some enchiladas, especially when they are smothered in sour cream sauce. And since I wanted to remember my first time and make it extra special, these bad boys are stuffed with my slow cooker shredded buffalo chicken and jalapeno soft cream cheese spread.
You've probably seen the slow cooker buffalo chicken hanging around these parts before. Like in these sliders with avocado ranch dressing. Or maybe these quesadillas or bacon-wrapped jalpeno poppers. Or maybe, just maybe, it was this skinny buffalo chicken pizza with that crazy rad spaghetti squash pizza crust.
That's right, I said rad.
P.S. does anyone remember that movie Rad about BMX racing? Loved watching that movie with my brother back in the 90s... rockin' the VHS. Sweet times.
Yea, that buffalo chicken. We kinda sorta like it here at our house.
And good news. You'll have some leftover buffalo chicken to play around with. Go crazy 😉
Back to the enchilada talk.
Filling tortillas with a mixture of buffalo chicken and philly cream cheese is an excellent, excellent idea. Like, it's amazing. And then smothering those rolled up bundles of joy with a thick, luscious sour cream and green chile sauce AND piling on a generous helping of shredded monterey jack cheese. Sure, you may have a heart attack, but it's a night in the ER well worth it.
And one other note. Asheley's a sucker for enchiladas... except that she is totally not a fan of corn tortillas. I used flour tortillas here to make my amazing, loving, super-talented wife (see what I did there) happy, but feel free to use corn if you roll that way.
Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas with Green Chile Sour Cream Sauce and Philadelphia Cream Cheese
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 enchiladas 1x
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons all purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups chicken broth
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 (4 ounce) can green chiles, finely chopped
- 2 cups Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken
- 1 (8 ounce) tub Philadelphia Jalapeno Cream Cheese (or regular cream cheese)
- 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese
- 6 to 8 flour tortillas
for garnish
- 1 avocado, chopped
- 1 roma tomato, chopped
- ½ cup frozen corn, thawed
- ½ lime, juiced
- Cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Lightly coat a 9x13 baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium/medium-low heat. Stir in and fully incorporate flour and cook until light brown, about 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, stirring to smooth out all lumps. Cook until slightly thickened, about 1-2 minutes. Stir in sour cream and green chiles, and remove from heat.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken and cream cheese.
- Microwave tortillas for about 20-30 seconds in microwave until they are warm and pliable. Working one at a time, lay tortilla flat, fill with about ⅓ cup buffalo chicken mixture, and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas. Top with sour cream sauce and sprinkle with monterey jack cheese.
- Bake in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, until the top is lightly golden and bubbly. While enchiladas are baking, combine avocado, tomato, corn, lime juice, and cilantro in a small mixing bowl.
- Remove enchiladas from oven, let cool for a few minutes, and top with garnish and extra chopped cilantro, if desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
I found this new jalapeno Philly cream cheese spread at Walmart. There's a bunch of different, cool-looking flavors to check out to help #SpreadTheFlavor. #CollectiveBias
P.S. You see that blueberry flavored cream cheese on the left? My man David over at Spiced Blog made these killer No Bake Blueberry Cheesecake Bites. Check it out. They look freaking delicious.
David
Ummm...these enchiladas need to be in my kitchen. Right now. As in, I think I could eat them for breakfast. Thank you so much for including a link to me in there, too. That's how the wolfpack rolls. After seeing this post, I might have to re-start my "move Chris and Asheley to upstate NY" campaign!
Chris
It's funny you say that because... I actually quickly photographed these before work yesterday and after I was done... had one for breakfast hahahahaha.
And that's exactly how the wolfpack rolls. I'll consider the move if you still have that homemade ice cream in the freezer...
David
Looks like you'll be considering a move upstate then! (A bowl of that ice cream that's still in the freezer will help with the house hunting I think.)
Mike
BMX racing movie you said? I don't remember anything of the sort, but I'm guessing a search on IMDB could solve the riddle.
Those are pretty darn bad-ass enchiladas, if this is for real your first attempt then I'm impressed, they look killer!
PS We still have to decide who's the Alpha of the wolf-pack. We need one...
Chris
Dude, look it up. It's so corny and cheesy and... awesome! David over at Spiced Blog requested to be Alan (Zach Galifinakas). Considering you are probably in the best shape out of all of us, I think you're the Alpha.
Sandra
Ok...ready for this...I've never actually had Enchiladas. From the looks of them it might be a good thing...trying to loose weight remember.
Oh...and one more thing Chris...no smartphone, no smartphone (in fact the only people with tablets in our house is the kids...they have leapPads...I'm still kicking it on my Laptop...at least I don't use a mouse 😉
Chris
WHAT?!?!?!?! Never had enchiladas AND no smartphone?! Sandra Sandra Sandra... you think you know somebody, hahahahaha! I didn't have a smartphone for the longest time... then finally gave in and never looked back. They are so helpful and useful. You just need to know when to put it away and join reality every once in awhile 🙂
Melanie
Love at first site and more love after first bite. When can I get a bite of this? 😉
Happy Wednesday Chris!
Chris
Hmmm, I wonder if they would ship well... might get a little messy haha
Natalie
Sour cream sauce and cream cheese? Yes please! This is crazy, but I've never made enchilada's either. What is wrong with me? I'm going to need to change that right away.
Chris
Don't feel bad... I was in the same boat 2 days ago, haha. But yea, you need to change it immediately. They will change your life.
MyrnaS
Would these freeze well? Save & cook a few days later?
Chris Cockren
Yes, I've frozen and reheated!
Ashley
What??? Your first time making enchiladas!!! Craziness! haha These look awesome - buffalo chicken sounds like one heck of a flavor for these! I love enchiladas and am alwaysss looking for new recipes to try : )
Kathy
Beautiful enchiladas. Your first time making them?! You're definitely a natural. I don't make enchiladas nearly enough. I should though. Can't wait to try your recipe
Chris
Haha, I couldn't believe how easy they were! Totally going to be making enchiladas monthly... ehh, probably weekly haha.
Juliana
Can you believe that I have never made enchiladas...this look delicious Chris...you just inspired me to make enchilada...
Thanks for the recipe...hope you are having a fabulous week....oh! Awesome pictures! 😀
Chris
Thanks so much Juliana! Happy weekend!
Pam
They look fantastic! Seriously drool worthy.
Chris
I may have done some drooling while comsuming these 😉
Ilona
Philadelphia is my favorite.. I like everything with cream cheese.. dips, desserts, dinners.. everywhere:) I will definitely try these recipe.
Chelsea
Totally rocked these pictures! I think enchiladas are impossible to look good, but these are mouthwatering for sure! Love the twist with making these with buffalo chicken! Pinned!
Chris
Thanks Chelsea! Hope you're having a great weekend!
Kristin Wheeler (
What a delicious and savory dinner! YUM! Pinning! #client
Christine
love the compliments to your wifey, way to win points!! lol seriously this looks MAJOR! your pictures are simply stunning Chris, I bet these tasted incredible 🙂
Chris
Thanks Christine... points is always a big plus 🙂
Nicole ~ Cooking for Keeps
Absolutely going gaga over these!!! GAGA! The creaminess, the buffalo, the green chili! Literally my eyes just about bulged out of head when I saw this on Instagram. I'd say you have future in enchilada making. ")
Chris
As I was making these, I was like Nicole is totally going to like these... Me and you... we have a similar affection/obsession for mexican food 🙂
Angie (
Can I come over and join you for the dinner?? I am drooling...I need to make this SOON!
Chris
Anytime Angie 😉
Sarah
Love these enchiladas! Buffalo chicken sounds like an awesome filling and I love that sour cream sauce! pinned.
Chris
Thanks Sarah... buffalo chicken filled anything is typically a fantastic idea, hahaha.
Cindy
Chris these look fantastic! My husband loves enchiladas and I'm thinking these would be a huge hit in my house. I'm going to have to look for this cream cheese. I hope it is sold here 😀
Chris
You could always sub out regular cream cheese 🙂
Alyssa
I mean really, can you go wrong with anything containing buffalo chicken?! I think not. I've made pretty standard enchiladas before, but these sound incredible! Holy cream-cheese-stuffed-sour-cream-sauced deliciousness. These look awesome, Chris!
Chris
Absolutely right Alyssa... buffalo chicken anything is pretty fabulous! It's semi-cheating really 🙂
Helen
Some American friends here in Greece recently made me some homemade enchiladas (with homemade corn tortillas ... I was so impressed!)They were incredible ... loved all of the beautiful toppings. Congratulations on your first successful pan of enchiladas! Here's to many more (holding up imaginary tequila!)
Chris
I appreciate your imaginary tequila toast 😉
Tina
Welcome to the world of enchilada making. 😉 I find it a bit addiciting because there are so many wonderful ways to make them. I love this buffalo chicken take on them! They look delicious and I know my husband would love them too. 🙂
Chris
Why thank you 🙂 It is a bit addicting... I'm craving more enchiladas right about now!
Consuelo
How come I've never made enchiladas either?? That needs to change like right now, because they look awesome! xx
Gloria // Simply Gloria
Chris, I'm absolutely dying over here with all of this amazement! I love food like this... and piled with a load of this sauce-- delish! We do remember that movie. Our teen is really into BMX flips, tricks, and racing. Crazy how they all make it look so easy, and flawless! Pinning and printing this recipe out!
Melissa AuClair
These look amazing 🙂 The guys in my family would go absolutely nuts over these- this will be a nice alternative to my regular enchiladas.