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SOUR CREAM CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
Shredded chicken, fresh cilantro, green chile salsa and jalapeno salsa flavor these sour cream enchiladas. They are very easy to make, and are for lunch the next day. They are somewhat spicy-hot and full of cilantro.
Provided by Brenda
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- To Make Sour Cream Mixture: In a blender or food processor, puree cilantro, sour cream, jalapeno salsa and 1/2 can of the green chile salsa. Set aside.
- To Make Chicken Mixture: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, onion and the remaining 1 1/2 cans of green chile salsa. Mix well.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Heat tortillas in conventional or microwave oven until soft. Pour enough of the sour cream mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish to coat the bottom. Place 2 heaping tablespoonfuls of the chicken mixture in each tortilla, roll up and place seam side down in the baking dish. Pour remaining sour cream mixture over all and top with shredded cheese.
- Cover dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake at 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for about 30 minutes, or until dish is heated through and bubbling.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.2 calories, Carbohydrate 22.8 g, Cholesterol 40.4 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 13.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 663.7 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
ENCHANTED SOUR CREAM CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
A delicious New Mexican enchilada that we had every year for our Christmas Eve dinner. Serve 2 to 3 enchiladas on a plate and surround with lettuce and tomatoes. Top with your choice of guacamole or sour cream or both.
Provided by Kate
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Combine the chicken, sour cream, salt, and pepper in a bowl; set aside.
- Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Dip the corn tortillas into the hot oil one at a time until softened, about 10 seconds each. Spoon a heaping tablespoon of chicken mixture onto each tortilla, spread down the center and roll into a cylinder. Place seam side down into the prepared baking dish. When all tortillas are filled and rolled, sprinkle the green chiles over all and top with the shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese has melted and the enchiladas are hot, 12 to 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 433.6 calories, Carbohydrate 24.4 g, Cholesterol 85.4 mg, Fat 26.1 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 540.2 mg, Sugar 1.3 g
CHICKEN OR TURKEY ENCHILADAS
This is a take on a recipe from the Better Homes and Gardens Magazine, January 1997. The original recipe calls for turkey, which we use occasionally, but we love to have this at other times throughout the year with chicken.
Provided by Paula
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h15m
Yield 12 enchiladas, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a small saucepan cook onion, covered, in a small amount of water over medium heat until tender; drain.
- In a medium mixing bowl, stir together the cream cheese, the 1 tablespoons.
- water, cumin, pepper, and salt.
- Stir in the cooked onion and chicken.
- Wrap the tortillas in foil.
- Heat in a 350 degree oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until softened (if using a microwave, wrap the tortillas in a microwave-safe paper towel and micro-cook on high for 30 to 60 seconds until softened).
- Meanwhile, spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with non-stick coating.
- For each enchilada, spoon approximately 1/4 cup of the chicken mixture onto one tortilla; roll up.
- Place the tortilla, seam side down, in the baking dish.
- Repeat with the remaining filling and tortillas.
- For the sauce, in a medium mixing bowl combine soup, sour cream, milk, and jalapeno peppers; pour mixture over the enchiladas.
- Bake covered, in a 350 degree oven for about 40 minutes or until heated through.
- Sprinkle with the cheese.
- Bake the enchiladas, uncovered, for 4 to 5 minutes more until the cheese is melted.
- Garnish with cilantro, parsley, tomatoes, and sweet peppers if desired.
- NOTE: Usually I don't have chicken prepared in advance, so I use 4 chicken breast halves and sprinkle them with salt, pepper, and cumin.
- I either saute these or grill them until no longer pink.
- I shred the meat and proceed as usual with the recipe.
- The time to make does not include this step.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.4, Fat 19.4, SaturatedFat 8.9, Cholesterol 41.3, Sodium 1158.9, Carbohydrate 63.4, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 6.5, Protein 15.8
CHICKEN OR TURKEY ENCHILADAS WITH SOUR CREAM
These rich and easy enchiladas come from Sunset's 1969 cookbook favorite recipes 1. To save more time on this time saving recipe you can buy the already grated cheese. Use your favorite red or green salsa.
Provided by Barb G.
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix chicken or turkey, sour cream, 2 cups shredded cheese, and salt.
- Heat oil in an 8-to 10inch frying pan over low heat.
- Dip the tortillas, one at a time, in the hot oil just until limp, about 5 seconds.
- Fill tortillas equally with chicken mixture, roll up, and arrange side by side, slit side down, in a 9-x13 inch baking dish.
- Pour salsa evenly over top.
- Bake in a 350 degree oven until heated through, about 20 minutes.
- If desired sprinkle with more shredded cheese over hot enchiladas before serving.
TURKEY ENCHILADAS WITH CREAMY SAUCE
The hearty entree is generously stuffed with cubed turkey, cheese and chilies in a mild creamy sauce. My daughter made this dish for us, and it was excellent.-Leona Therou, Overland Park, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender; remove from the heat. Stir in the turkey, 1/2 cup of cheese and chilies; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine the sour cream, soup, coriander and cumin. cook and stir over low heat until warm; stir 1/2 cup into the turkey mixture., Spoon about 1/3 cup turkey filling down the center of each tortilla; roll up tightly. Place seam side down in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Spoon remaining soup mixture down center of tortillas. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 25g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 876mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
Tips:
- Choose the right protein: You can use either chicken or turkey for this recipe. If you're using chicken, boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs work well. If you're using turkey, ground turkey is a good option.
- Season the meat well: Be sure to season the meat with plenty of salt, pepper, and chili powder before cooking it. This will help to give it flavor.
- Use a variety of vegetables: The vegetables in this recipe add flavor, texture, and nutrients. Feel free to use any vegetables that you like. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, zucchini, and corn.
- Don't overcook the meat or vegetables: The meat and vegetables should be cooked until they are tender, but not overcooked. Otherwise, they will become tough and dry.
- Use a good quality enchilada sauce: The enchilada sauce is one of the most important ingredients in this recipe. Be sure to use a sauce that you like the taste of.
- Top the enchiladas with cheese: Cheese is a classic topping for enchiladas. It adds flavor, richness, and gooeyness.
- Bake the enchiladas until they are bubbly and hot: This will help to melt the cheese and heat the enchiladas through.
- Serve the enchiladas with your favorite toppings: Some popular toppings for enchiladas include sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and cilantro.
Conclusion:
Chicken or turkey enchiladas with sour cream are a delicious and easy-to-make meal. They're perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual get-together. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your enchiladas are flavorful, moist, and cheesy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these enchiladas a try.
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