Awesome Enchiladas Recipe

Craving comfort food? These Awesome Enchiladas are a flavor explosion! Inspired by a beloved family recipe, this twist on classic cheese enchiladas is quick, easy, and unbelievably delicious. Get ready for a cheesy, spicy, and satisfying meal that will become your new go-to! Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 363.7 kcal
Protein 32g
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Ingredients for Awesome Enchiladas

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How to Make Awesome Enchiladas

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb ground beef (or turkey) over medium-high heat with 1/2 medium onion, chopped.
  3. Add 1 (4 oz) can chopped green chilies, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp cumin, and 1/4 tsp salt. Cook until thoroughly heated through, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in 3/4 cup enchilada sauce, 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies (undrained), 1 clove garlic (minced), 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning, 4 oz cream cheese (softened), and 1/2 cup sour cream. Cook until cream cheese is melted and sauce is smooth.
  5. Stir in 3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 3/4 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Fill each of 12 corn tortillas with about 1/4 cup of the meat mixture.
  7. Roll up tightly and place seam-side down in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  8. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the enchiladas.
  9. Sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
  10. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until heated through and cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

33 g

Sugar

7g

Fat

60g

Carbs

7g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Awesome Enchiladas?

Awesome Enchiladas takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Awesome Enchiladas?

Awesome Enchiladas has approximately 363.7 calories per serving, with about 32 g protein, 7 g carbohydrates and 36 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Awesome Enchiladas?

The key ingredients for Awesome Enchiladas are Ground Beef, Onion, Enchilada Sauce, Diced Green Chilies, Garlic, Old Bay Seasoning. See the full list with measurements above.

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