Anasazi Enchiladas Recipe

Recreate the magic of Steamworks Brewing Co.'s legendary Anasazi Enchiladas! This Durango, Colorado favorite, featured in the Rocky Mountain News, boasts a rich flavor profile inspired by the ancient Anasazi ruins at Mesa Verde National Park. Chef Scotty Krick's creation is now in your kitchen – get ready for a taste of Southwestern culinary history!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 750.5 kcal
Protein 100g
Rating 4.6 (33 Reviews)
Anasazi Enchiladas

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Ingredients for Anasazi Enchiladas

  • 12 corn tortillas
  • Monterey Jack Cheese
  • Enchilada sauce (amount needed to coat the bottom of the dish and top the enchiladas)
  • Plain Yogurt
  • 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies
  • Diced Tomato
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Instant Chicken Bouillon
  • Cream Cheese
  • Sour Cream
  • Monterey Jack Pepper Cheese
  • Ground Cumin
  • Yellow Onion
  • Chicken Breasts

How to Make Anasazi Enchiladas

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Add 1 chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 pound ground beef or turkey; cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Add 1 (15-ounce) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes, 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together 1 cup chicken broth, 1/2 cup heavy cream, and 1/4 cup chopped cilantro.
  6. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  7. Fill each corn tortilla (approximately 12) with about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture. Roll up tightly and place seam-down in the baking dish.
  8. Pour the chicken broth mixture evenly over the enchiladas.
  9. Top with 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup extra enchilada sauce.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  11. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

83 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

95g

Carbs

14g