California Style Enchiladas Recipe

These easy California-style enchiladas are incredibly versatile! Enjoy a delicious vegetarian version or add grilled chicken or beef strips for a hearty meal. This recipe is quick to assemble and bursting with fresh flavors – perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together. Get ready for creamy avocado sauce and cheesy goodness!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 863.1 kcal
Protein 60g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for California Style Enchiladas

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How to Make California Style Enchiladas

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic; cook for 2 minutes, until softened.
  3. Add sliced mushrooms, water, and thyme. Cook for 5-6 minutes, until mushrooms are tender and most of the liquid has evaporated.
  4. Stir in shredded chicken (or beef). If using, cook for another 2 minutes to heat through.
  5. Remove from heat and set aside.
  6. In a blender or food processor, combine heavy cream, diced green chilis (undrained), and avocado. Blend until completely smooth.
  7. Spread a thin layer of the avocado sauce on the bottom of an oven-safe baking dish.
  8. Fill each tortilla with approximately 1/3 cup of the mushroom and chicken mixture. Roll tightly and place seam-down in the baking dish.
  9. Pour the remaining avocado sauce over the enchiladas.
  10. Sprinkle generously with shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
  11. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the enchiladas are heated through.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

66g

Fat

76g

Carbs

26g