Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 ounces canned whole green chilies, chopped
  • 4 ounces shredded medium cheddar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream

Method

  • Melt butter in olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  • Whisk in flour and cook stirring constantly for 2 minutes.
  • Add in cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, oregano and cayenne cook for an additional minute to release the spice flavors.
  • Reduce heat to low and whisk in the chicken stock bringing it to a simmer and stirring until it thickens.
  • Add the diced green chilies and grated cheese, stirring until the cheese melts.
  • Off heat stir in the sour cream. Adjust seasoning to your taste.