Best 10 3 Cheese Enchiladas Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing world of cheesy enchiladas, where three types of cheese blend harmoniously to create a symphony of flavors. Dive into the classic Three-Cheese Enchiladas, where cheddar, mozzarella, and Monterey Jack cheeses unite with tender chicken, tangy enchilada sauce, and a hint of spice. Experience the vegetarian delight of the Three-Cheese Spinach and Mushroom Enchiladas, where spinach and mushrooms mingle with a velvety cheese sauce, encased in soft tortillas. For a unique twist, try the Three-Cheese Sweet Potato and Black Bean Enchiladas, a delightful fusion of sweet potatoes, black beans, and a zesty enchilada sauce, all embraced by a trio of melted cheeses. Each recipe promises a culinary journey, offering a delectable balance of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. So, prepare to embark on an enchilada extravaganza, where cheese takes center stage and taste buds rejoice.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

THREE CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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This easy-to-prepare main dish meal has proven popular with dinner guests of all ages-and especially teenagers. You'll find the Southwest-style enchiladas are not too spicy, just pleasantly flavorful. -Gretchen Mellberg, Hawarden, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1 cup picante sauce, divided
1 medium red or green bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup sliced green onions
1 teaspoon crushed cumin
8 flour tortillas (each 7-8 inches)
Shredded lettuce
Chopped tomato
Sliced ripe olives

Steps:

  • Combine 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, 1 cup cheddar cheese, cream cheese, 1/4 cup picante sauce, the red pepper, onions and cumin; mix well. Spoon 1/4 cup cheese mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll and place, seam side down, in a 13x9-in. baking dish. Spoon remaining picante sauce evenly over enchiladas; cover with remaining cheeses. , Bake at 350° for 20 minutes or until hot. Top with lettuce, tomato and ripe olives; serve with additional picante sauce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 709 calories, Fat 39g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 1306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

3 CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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My grandma gave me this recipe.

Provided by beanmachine

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
3 cups salsa, divided
4 green onions, chopped, divided
2 ½ cups Cheddar cheese, divided
2 ½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
12 (8 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Mix cream cheese with 2 cups salsa and 2 chopped green onions in a bowl until thoroughly combined; lightly stir 2 cups shredded Cheddar and 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese into cream cheese mixture. Spoon a scant 1/2 cup of cheese filling in a line down the center of each tortilla and roll tortilla into a log around the filling. Repeat with remaining tortillas and cheese filling. Place rolled tortillas into a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Spread top of enchiladas with remaining 1 cup salsa. Lightly mix remaining 1/2 cup Cheddar cheese and 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese in a bowl and spread over the salsa. Sprinkle with remaining green onions. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in preheated oven until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 852.3 calories, Carbohydrate 65.2 g, Cholesterol 132.4 mg, Fat 50.1 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 36.8 g, SaturatedFat 28.9 g, Sodium 1902.3 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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Quick and easy cheese enchiladas!

Provided by MNMS

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 teaspoons Creole-style seasoning
1 (12 ounce) package corn tortillas
1 (8 ounce) package Cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
1 onion, diced
1 (6 ounce) can sliced ripe olives
1 (6 ounce) can sliced mushrooms

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl combine tomato sauce, tomato paste and Creole-style seasoning.
  • Warm tortillas in microwave, or in oven; dip them in the tomato sauce mixture and lay them in a 9x13 inch casserole dish. Fill each tortilla with cheese, onion, olives and mushrooms; roll. Repeat until dish is full. Sprinkle a small amount of cheese on top.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.1 g, Cholesterol 33.6 mg, Fat 14.9 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 13.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 1176.7 mg, Sugar 7.4 g

THREE CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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Yummy, creamy enchiladas. Used to eat these a LOT when I was a veg-head. They are delish! If you want, you can add 2 cups of chopped chicken, but I really don't think they need it!

Provided by Photo Momma

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese, grated
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
3 ounces cream cheese
1 (16 ounce) bottle picante sauce
1 medium green pepper, diced
1 small onion, diced
6 flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Combine 1 cup of each cheese, cream cheese and 1/4 cup picante sauce.
  • Mix in green pepper and onion. Mix well.
  • Spoon 1/4 cup of mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll and place seam side down in a 13 X 9 X 2 casserole dish.
  • Pour remaining picante sauce evenly over enchiladas.
  • Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  • Bake for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 590.3, Fat 38, SaturatedFat 22.6, Cholesterol 105.6, Sodium 1586.8, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 6.6, Protein 28.6

THREE CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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Make and share this Three Cheese Enchiladas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Michelle Bakel

Categories     Cheese

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 (3 ounce) package softened cream cheese
1 cup Pace Picante Sauce
1 medium red bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup green onion, chopped
1 teaspoon cumin
8 (7 -8 inch) flour tortillas
shredded lettuce
chopped tomato

Steps:

  • Combine 1 cup each of jack and cheddar, and the cream cheese, 1/4 cup picante, peppers, onion, and seasonings; mix well.
  • Spoon 1/4 cup mix down the middle of each tortilla.
  • Roll and place seam side down in 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • Spoon remaining sauce over top.
  • Cover with remaining mixed cheese.
  • Bake at 350° for 20 minutes.
  • Top with lettuce and tomato and serve with additional picante sauce.

ONION & 3-CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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This recipe appeared 06/09/06 on the ABC News site. It is from the former chef at the White House who had served the Clintons for eight years and the Bushes for four. He said it was a favorite of both families. It is delicious!

Provided by Big Bill in Big D

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 50m

Yield 8 enchiladas, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

8 ounces jalapeno jack cheese, grated
8 ounces cheddar cheese, grated
2 ounces queso fresco
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups sweet onions, large diced
2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 tablespoon ground cumin
hot sauce, to taste
salt and pepper, to taste
8 corn tortillas
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup onion, diced
1 tablespoon jalapeno, fine diced
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1/2 tablespoon chipotle chile in adobo
1 cup roasted tomatoes, chopped
1 1/2 cups stock or 1 1/2 cups water
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon coriander
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Filling:.
  • In a saute pan over medium heat, saute diced onion in oil until tender and slightly colored -- 4-6 minutes.
  • Season with coriander, cumin, hot sauce and S&P.
  • Let onion mix cool to room temperature, and hold to fill enchiladas.
  • Combine all the cheese except 2 oz each of the jack and cheddar with the onion mixture, fold together well.
  • Slightly warm the tortillas in a warm saute pan to make them flexible, and put about 2/3 cup of the cheese mix on each tortilla and roll them up.
  • Place the rolled tortillas in a lightly oiled casserole dish in a single layer.
  • Sauce:.
  • In a 2 quart sauce pot over medium heat, cook onions in oil until tender -- 3-5 minutes.
  • Add diced jalapeno and garlic and cook 2 minutes more.
  • Add tomatotes, stock and all seasonings; let simmer 15 minutes.
  • Puree and strain the sauce and hold for service.
  • To assemble the dish:.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Ladle sauce over the enchiladas in the casserole dish, top with the remaining cheese.
  • Bake covered for 15-20 minutes, until hot thoughout and cheese is well-melted.
  • Serve hot.

THREE CHEESE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Make and share this Three Cheese Chicken Enchiladas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by J Bowen

Categories     Chicken

Time 40m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 flour tortillas
1 (8 ounce) can mild enchilada sauce
4 ounces cream cheese
4 ounces sour cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup green onion
sour cream
guacamole

Steps:

  • Heat oven the 350*.
  • In a large bowl, stir together cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Stir in salt, cumin and pepper. Stir in chicken, 1 cup of jack cheese, cheddar cheese and green onions.
  • Pour 1/2 of the enchilada sauce on the bottom of a greased pan. Place 1/3 cup of chicken mixture in a tortilla and roll. Place seam side down.
  • Cover with the remaining enchilada sauce. Bake for 25 minutes.
  • Sprinkle remaining jack cheese to top of each enchilada and bake for 3 more minutes. Garnish with sour cream and guacamole.

CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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You won't bring home leftovers when you make this cheese enchilada recipe. With a homemade tomato sauce and cheesy filling, they always go fast. You can substitute any type of cheese you wish. -Ashley Schackow, Defiance, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
1-1/3 cups water
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
2 medium onions, finely chopped
16 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
Optional toppings: shredded lettuce, sliced ripe olives, chopped tomatoes and additional sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large saucepan, combine first six ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Mix sour cream, parsley, salt and pepper; stir in Monterey Jack cheese, 2 cups cheddar cheese and onions. Spread 2 tablespoons sauce over each tortilla; top each with about 1/3 cup cheese mixture and roll up. Place in two greased 13x9-in. baking dishes, seam side down. Pour remaining sauce over top. , Bake, uncovered, 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining cheddar cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, 4-5 minutes. If desired, serve with toppings. Freeze option: Cover and freeze enchiladas before baking. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 778 calories, Fat 42g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 106mg cholesterol, Sodium 1741mg sodium, Carbohydrate 66g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

THREE CHEESE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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These are so yummy! I have made several different versions but this base recipe is absolutely great!

Provided by barefootmommawv

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h5m

Yield 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 medium onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, pressed
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 cups cooked chicken, chopped
2 (14 1/2 ounce) cans Mexican-style tomatoes
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can green chilies, chopped and drained
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped or 2 tablespoons dried cilantro
4 ounces goat cheese
24 (6 inch) flour tortillas
2 cups half-and-half
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granule
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Sauté onion and garlic in hot oil in a dutch oven over medium-high heat until tender. Stir in chicken and next three ingredients. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer. Stir occasionally for 15 minutes. Stir in cilantro and goat cheese.
  • Spoon about 1/4cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla; roll up tortillas and place seam side down in 2 lightly greased 13x9 inch baking dishes.
  • Heat half and half and bouillon granules in a large sauce pan over low heat until granules dissolve. Pour over tortillas.
  • Bake covered at 350 degrees for 10 minutes uncovered and back 10 more minutes. Sprinkle with shredded cheeses; and bake 5 more minutes.
  • Serve with Spanish Rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 313.2, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 7.7, Cholesterol 47, Sodium 628.2, Carbohydrate 25.5, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 1.7, Protein 16

3 CHEESE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS



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Make and share this 3 Cheese Chicken Enchiladas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by danangela

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 flour tortillas
10 ounces enchilada sauce
4 ounces cream cheese
3/4 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded chicken
2 cups shredded monterey jack cheese, divided
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the cream cheese and sour cream until it is smooth.
  • Stir in cumin, salt and pepper.
  • Add the chicken, 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese and the cheddar cheese.
  • Dip the tortillas in the enchilada sauce to lightly coat.
  • Place some of the mixture in the center of the tortillas; roll.
  • Place the tortillas seam side down in a lightly greased 13x9 pan.
  • Cover with the remaining sauce.
  • Bake for 25 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the remaining cheese and bake for 3 more minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 721.4, Fat 49.4, SaturatedFat 28.3, Cholesterol 133.6, Sodium 1745.6, Carbohydrate 40, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 8.7, Protein 29.6

Tips:

  • To make the tortillas more pliable, heat them in a skillet over medium heat for a few seconds per side.
  • Shred your cheese yourself for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a variety of cheeses to create a more complex flavor profile.
  • Don't overstuff the tortillas, or they will be difficult to roll and will fall apart.
  • Bake the enchiladas at a high temperature to get a crispy crust.
  • Serve the enchiladas with your favorite toppings, such as salsa, sour cream, and guacamole.

Conclusion:

Three-cheese enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner recipe, give these three-cheese enchiladas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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