Best 10 Cheesy Seafood Enchiladas Recipes

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**Title: Dive into the Ocean of Flavors: Explore a World of Cheesy Seafood Enchiladas**

Embark on a culinary adventure with our cheesy seafood enchiladas, a fusion of classic Mexican flavors and the bounty of the sea. Savor the tantalizing aroma of tender seafood enveloped in a creamy cheese sauce, nestled within soft tortillas. This delectable dish promises an explosion of taste, blending the richness of seafood with the gooey indulgence of melted cheese. Discover variations that cater to all palates, from creamy shrimp enchiladas to spicy crab and fish enchiladas, each offering a unique symphony of flavors. Dive into this article and let the recipes guide you in creating a seafood enchilada masterpiece that will leave your taste buds craving more.

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**Recipes:**

1. **Creamy Shrimp Enchiladas:** Succulent shrimp, bathed in a velvety cream sauce, takes center stage in these enchiladas. Layers of soft tortillas, melted cheese, and the shrimp filling create a harmonious balance of textures and flavors.

2. **Spicy Crab and Fish Enchiladas:** Experience a fiesta of flavors with these enchiladas, featuring a zesty combination of crab and fish. Bold spices and a hint of heat elevate this dish, creating a tantalizing symphony of tastes.

3. **Lobster and Shrimp Enchiladas:** Indulge in the luxuriousness of lobster and shrimp, wrapped in warm tortillas and smothered in a rich cheese sauce. This decadent dish is perfect for special occasions, offering a taste of elegance with every bite.

4. **Healthy Seafood Enchiladas:** For those seeking a lighter option, these healthy seafood enchiladas incorporate a blend of lean seafood, non-fat cheese, and whole-wheat tortillas. Enjoy the same delectable flavors without compromising your health goals.

5. **Easy Seafood Enchiladas:** Discover the joy of hassle-free cooking with these easy seafood enchiladas. Simple ingredients and a streamlined process make this recipe a breeze to prepare, allowing you to savor delicious enchiladas without spending hours in the kitchen.

Dive into the diverse world of cheesy seafood enchiladas, where each recipe promises a unique culinary adventure. Whether you prefer classic flavors or crave a spicy kick, there's an enchilada variation waiting to satisfy your cravings. Embrace the culinary journey and create a seafood enchilada masterpiece that will leave you and your loved ones utterly delighted.

Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!

SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS



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These crab and shrimp stuffed enchiladas taste like the ones served at a popular Mexican restaurant in my area. My husband just loves them. After sprinkling the cheese over the enchiladas before baking, you can also garnish with tomatoes, cilantro, olive slices, or whatever other garnish you enjoy.

Provided by Cathy

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 onion, chopped
1 tablespoon butter
½ pound fresh crabmeat
¼ pound shrimp - peeled, deveined and coarsely chopped
8 ounces Colby cheese
6 (10 inch) flour tortillas
1 cup half-and-half cream
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup butter, melted
1 ½ teaspoons dried parsley
½ teaspoon garlic salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a large skillet, saute onions in 1 tablespoon butter until transparent. Remove the skillet from heat and stir in crabmeat and shrimp. Shred the cheese and mix half of it into the seafood. Place a large spoonful of the mixture into each tortilla. Roll the tortillas up around the mixture and arrange the rolled tortillas in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine half-and-half, sour cream, 1/4 cup butter, parsley and garlic salt. Stir until the mixture is lukewarm and blended. Pour sauce over the enchiladas, and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 606.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 135.8 mg, Fat 36.5 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 26.8 g, SaturatedFat 20.6 g, Sodium 1078 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

CHEESY SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS



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Quick-cooking seafood and mildly spicy chile peppers and salsa make this dish a flavor adventure that my family loves. I've made it with chicken instead of fish, too. Just saute until done. -Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon butter
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 pound uncooked shrimp (31-40 per pound), peeled, deveined and chopped
1/2 pound red snapper fillet or other firm white fish, cut into 1-inch chunks
1-1/2 cups salsa verde
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
12 corn tortillas (6 inches)
Fresh cilantro leaves or jalapeno pepper slices

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook and stir until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Add shrimp and snapper; cook until shrimp turn pink, 5-7 minutes. Remove from pan., In the same pan, cook and stir salsa, cream cheese, chiles and salt over medium heat just until cream cheese is melted. Stir in 1 cup shredded cheese; remove from heat., Spread 1 cup cheese sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Gently stir remaining cheese sauce into shrimp mixture. Place 1/3 cup shrimp mixture off center on each tortilla. Roll up and place in prepared dish, seam side down. Sprinkle with remaining cheese., Cover and bake until heated through and cheese is melted, 20-25 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 481 calories, Fat 29g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 1055mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

QUICK SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS



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This recipe came about the night I realized I forgot to buy chicken for the enchilada recipe on the back of the enchilada sauce can. Luckily, I had some shrimp in the freezer.

Provided by J Scholfield

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 35m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound cooked shrimp - peeled, deveined and chopped
1 (4 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons lime juice
1 (10 ounce) can green chile enchilada sauce
6 (8 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Stir shrimp, cream cheese, garlic, cilantro, and lime juice in a skillet over medium heat until cream cheese is smooth and shrimp are heated through, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Divide shrimp mixture evenly onto each tortilla. Roll tortilla tightly around the filling to form an enchilada. Arrange enchiladas seam sides down in baking dish.
  • Pour enchilada sauce over tortillas.
  • Bake in preheated oven until bubbly, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325.1 calories, Carbohydrate 30.6 g, Cholesterol 168.3 mg, Fat 12 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 715.4 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

BEST SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS



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When you want a change from the usual beef and chicken enchiladas, try these tortillas stuffed with crab, shrimp and scallops. They're cheesy, creamy and absolutely delicious!-Mary Halpin, King George, Virginia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 enchiladas.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 pound crabmeat, flaked and cartilage removed
1/2 pound uncooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/2 pound bay scallops
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
SAUCE:
1/2 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon grated onion
1/4 cup chicken broth
3 large egg yolks, lightly beaten
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon tomato paste
8 flour tortillas (6 inches)
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or Colby cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook the seafood and onion in butter over medium heat 4-5 minutes or until onion is tender and shrimp turn pink. Remove from the heat; set aside., In a small saucepan, melt butter. Add onion and broth. Combine egg yolks and cream; stir into broth mixture. Cook and stir until a thermometer reads 160° and sauce is thick enough to coat the back of a metal spoon. Stir in tomato paste. Remove from the heat. , Spoon 1/3 cup seafood mixture down the center of each tortilla. Top with 1 tablespoon sauce and 2 tablespoons cheese; roll up., Spread 1/2 cup sauce into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Place enchiladas seam side down in dish. Top with remaining sauce and cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 531 calories, Fat 40g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 264mg cholesterol, Sodium 738mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

CHEESY SEAFOOD GREEN ENCHILADAS



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About 60 minutes if using pre-made salsa verde for the sauce. The green sauce can also make for a delicious, creamy dip, can be added to tacos, burritos, quesadillas, and even drizzled over sautéed veggies or spread onto toast. Creamy Chili Green Sauce makes 3-4 cups.

Provided by Sandy

Categories     Main Course

Time 1h25m

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 poblano chilis
½ lb tomatillos (3-4 large)
¼ white onion
1 jalapeño
2 green onions
2 cloves garlic
¾ packed cup cilantro leaves and stems
1 tsp ground coriander
1 tsp cumin
1 Tbsp fish sauce
½ c Mexican crema or sour cream
½ lb shrimp (peeled, deveined, and cut into large 1'' pieces)
1 ½ tsp kosher salt (plus more to season)
2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp cumin
1 Tbsp dried oregano
2 Tbsp oil
1 yellow onion (diced)
4 cloves garlic (minced or crushed)
5-6 green onions (minced)
½ lb crab meat (substitute extra shrimp)
6 oz about 2 cups shredded Jack cheese or Mexican cheese blend
6 6-inch corn tortillas (steamed or fried in oil)

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler. Arrange poblanos, tomatillos, onion, jalapeño, green onions, and garlic on a sheet tray. Broil until blistered, flipping once: 2 minutes per side for the green onion and garlic, 5-6 minutes per side for the peppers, tomatillos, and onion.
  • Once blistered, remove the tray from the oven. Transfer poblanos and jalapeño to a bowl and cover tightly to steam: Let all ingredients cool about 10 minutes.
  • Peel the blistered skin off and seed the the peppers, then add the poblanos, tomatillos, onion, jalapeño, green onion, and garlic to a blender, along with the cilantro, coriander, cumin, and fish sauce. Blend until mostly smooth, then add the crema. Blend until smooth and set aside.
  • Season the shrimp with salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano. Cover and refrigerate.
  • In a medium skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, garlic, and salt. Cook until softened, 8-10 minutes, then add the crab meat and green onion. Taste for salt and cook 5 minutes, then add the shrimp. Cook, stirring frequently, until shrimp are just cooked-5 minutes. Take off the heat and toss the seafood in about 1/2 cup of the sauce.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Spread 1 cup of sauce down the center of a 7 1/2'' x 10 1/2'' baking dish (or a similar sized pan). Evenly divide about 1 1/4 cup of the cheese and the seafood filling into each tortilla, roll them up, and place them seam side down, centered in the pan. Pour the remaining sauce over and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove the foil and bake 15 minutes more until cheese is melted and gooey.
  • Remove from the oven, garnish with cilantro and radish, and serve with pico de gallo, cotija cheese, cilantro, fresh lime juice, fresh acovado, black beans, or rice.

CHI CHI'S SEAFOOD ENCHILADA - COPYCAT



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Make and share this Chi Chi's Seafood Enchilada - Copycat recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lali8752

Categories     Tex Mex

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup onion, chopped
8 ounces crab, chopped (real or imitation)
1 3/4 ounces monterey jack cheese, shredded
8 flour tortillas, 5-6 inch
1 cup milk
1 dash nutmeg
1 dash pepper

Steps:

  • In mixing bowl, stir together soup, onion, nutmeg and black pepper.
  • In another bowl, place half of the soup mixture, crab and 1 cup of the jack cheese; set aside.
  • Wrap the tortillas in paper towels, microwave on 100 percent power for 30 to 60 seconds.
  • Place 1/3 cup mixture on each tortilla and roll up.
  • Place seam side down in greased 12 X 7-1/2 dish.
  • Stir milk into the reserved soup mixture, pour over enchiladas.
  • Microwave, covered, on high for 12 to 14 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Add a dash of hot pepper sauce to soup mix if desired.

CREAMY SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS



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Shrimp and crab plus a flavorful sauce add up to outstanding enchiladas. I made them for an annual fundraiser, and now they're always in demand. Spice up the recipe to your taste by adding more green chiles and salsa. -Evelyn Gebhardt, Kasilof, Alaska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup chicken broth
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup sour cream
1/2 cup salsa
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 cup 4% cottage cheese
1 pound small shrimp, cooked, peeled and deveined
1 cup cooked or canned crabmeat, drained, flaked and cartilage removed
1-1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
1 tablespoon dried cilantro flakes
12 flour tortillas (6 inches)
Optional: Sliced jalapeno pepper, thinly sliced green onions and chopped cilantro leaves
Additional salsa

Steps:

  • In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter; stir in flour until smooth. Gradually stir in broth and soup until blended. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat. Stir in sour cream, salsa and salt; set aside. , Place cottage cheese in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Transfer to a bowl; add the shrimp, crab, Monterey Jack cheese, chiles and cilantro. , Spread 1-1/2 cups sauce in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Place about 1/3 cup seafood mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down over sauce. Top with the remaining sauce. Bake, uncovered, at 350° until heated through, 30-35 minutes. If desired, top with sliced jalapeno pepper, green onions and chopped cilantro. Serve with additional salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 645 calories, Fat 35g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 252mg cholesterol, Sodium 1812mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 42g protein.

SEAFOOD ENCHILADAS



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I wanted to create a recipe so I could have these anytime I wanted , not just when we went out, We like them, hope you do to!

Provided by startnover

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 5-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb lump crabmeat or 1 lb chopped imitation crabmeat
1 1/2 cups defrosted baby shrimp or 2 (4 ounce) cans baby shrimp
2 minced garlic cloves
2/3 cup sliced green onion
2/3 cup green enchilada sauce
1/3 cup loosely packed chopped cilantro
1 1/2-2 cups green enchilada sauce
1 cup sour cream
1 1/2 cups Mexican blend cheese or 1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese
1 (10 count) package flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Combine first 6 ingredients, mix well.
  • Place about 1/2-2/3 c filling on tortilla and roll up.
  • Place seam side down in 9 by 13 pan.
  • Combine 1-1/2-2 c sauce and 1 c sour cream in sauce pan on stove till warm and well blended.
  • Spoon sauce over enchiladas, and sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake in 350° oven till cheese is melted and it looks bubbly, approx 20-30 minute.
  • Garnish with sliced avocados.

EASY CHEESY BEEF ENCHILADAS



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These enchiladas are so tasty, and can be done in a snap! So good that I actually have a guy that pays me money to make him some every month!! If only he knew how easy they were!!

Provided by Juju Bee

Categories     Beans

Time 35m

Yield 12 enchiladas

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb ground beef
1 (1 1/4 ounce) packet taco seasoning
12 large flour tortillas
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1 (11 ounce) can canned corn niblets
cheddar cheese or colby-monterey jack cheese
2 (10 ounce) cans red enchilada sauce
olive (optional)
salsa (optional)
cilantro (optional)
green onion (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cook the ground beef in a skillet until brown.
  • Add the taco seasoning and water (according to package instructions) and cook until beef is well coated, and sauce is thickened.
  • Pour a bit of the enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 9x13in pan and spread evenly.
  • Set up an assembly line: Tortillas, refried beans, taco meat, corn, any of the above optional ingredients, and lastly cheese.
  • Assemble enchiladas: Smear a line of refried beans from the top of the tortilla to the bottom, then top beans with the remaining assembly line items.
  • Fold in the sides of the tortilla to close the enchilada, then place in pan, side by side, until pan is full (pan should hold 6 enchiladas).
  • Top each enchilada with enchilada sauce, then cover with cheese, and optional ingredients, if desired.
  • Place assembled enciladas into the oven and heat through.
  • Repeat process to make the next batch.
  • enjoy!
  • :-P.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516.9, Fat 15.2, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 25.7, Sodium 1651.6, Carbohydrate 74.7, Fiber 7.3, Sugar 6.7, Protein 20

CHEESY CRAB ENCHILADAS



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While I was in college, my roommates and I loved the taste of ranch dressing - it was our condiment of choice for almost everything. So I created these rich delectable crab enchiladas - with ranch dressing mix as my secret ingredient. -Kelly Mockler, Madison, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 enchiladas.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
3 tablespoons plus 1/4 cup milk, divided
1 small red onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons butter
1 pound fresh, frozen or canned crabmeat, flaked and cartilage removed
2 cans (2-1/2 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
1/2 cup shredded Colby cheese
Chopped green onions and tomatoes, shredded lettuce and additional sliced ripe olives, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cream cheese, dressing mix and 3 tablespoons milk until smooth. Set aside 3/4 cup for topping. , In a large skillet, saute onion and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in the crab, olives, chilies, pepper and salt. Fold crab mixture and 1-1/2 cups Monterey Jack into remaining cream cheese mixture., Spoon about 2/3 cup down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine the remaining milk and reserved cream cheese mixture until blended; pour over tortillas. , Sprinkle with Colby and remaining Monterey Jack. Cover and bake 350° for 25 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through. Serve with the green onions, tomatoes, lettuce and olives if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 991 calories, Fat 58g fat (31g saturated fat), Cholesterol 258mg cholesterol, Sodium 2421mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 55g protein.

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh seafood. If you can't find fresh seafood, frozen seafood is a good option.
  • Be sure to cook the seafood thoroughly. Undercooked seafood can be dangerous to eat.
  • Don't overcook the enchiladas. Overcooked enchiladas will be dry and tough.
  • Serve the enchiladas with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.
  • If you're making the enchiladas ahead of time, you can assemble them and then refrigerate them for up to 24 hours before baking.

Conclusion:

Cheesy seafood enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They're also a great way to use up leftover seafood. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a dish that is both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give cheesy seafood enchiladas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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