Best 5 Creamy Fish Enchiladas Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing Creamy Fish Enchiladas, a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will delight your taste buds. These enchiladas feature flaky fish enveloped in a creamy, flavorful sauce, all nestled within soft and pliable tortillas. With two variations to choose from, one featuring a rich white sauce and the other a zesty green sauce, this dish offers a versatile and customizable experience. The white sauce enchiladas boast a luscious blend of sour cream, cream cheese, and mild green chiles, while the green sauce enchiladas pack a punch with their combination of tomatillos, green chiles, and cilantro. Both variations are topped with a generous helping of cheese, adding a golden-brown, gooey layer that brings the dish together. Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures with our Creamy Fish Enchiladas, a culinary masterpiece that will leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY SHRIMP ENCHILADAS



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This is an amazing recipe for shrimp enchiladas. So good!

Provided by Mark

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

cooking spray
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup finely diced red bell pepper
½ cup finely diced white onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 pound medium shrimp - peeled, deveined, and cut into 1-inch pieces
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups chicken broth
1 ¾ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1 cup sour cream
½ cup fresh green salsa (salsa verde)
8 (6 inch) flour tortillas
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Saute bell pepper and onion until slightly soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more. Transfer mixture to a bowl.
  • Add shrimp to the skillet and cook until starting to turn pink, 2 to 3 minutes. Add to vegetable mixture and stir in cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, and salt.
  • Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook, 1 to 2 minutes. Slowly add chicken broth and cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Reduce heat to low and stir in 1 1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese until melted, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and salsa.
  • Stir 1 cup of cheese sauce into the shrimp mixture.
  • Fill 1 tortilla with 1/3 cup of the shrimp mixture. Roll tightly and place seam-side down into the prepared baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas; pour remaining sauce over the top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, until the tops are golden brown, about 35 minutes. Sprinkle jalapeno over the top, followed by remaining Monterey Jack cheese. Return to the oven and continue baking until melted, about 5 minutes more.
  • Remove from the oven and let sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Cholesterol 193.3 mg, Fat 33.9 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 26.6 g, SaturatedFat 19.6 g, Sodium 1241.1 mg, Sugar 3.4 g

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.

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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With sour cream, crab and shrimp, these are a tasty twist from traditional enchiladas made with red sauce and ground beef.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 tablespoons butter or margarine
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 3/4 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 container (8 oz) sour cream
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (8 oz)
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles, undrained
3 cans (6 oz each) crabmeat, drained, rinsed
1 package (8 oz) frozen cooked peeled shrimp, thawed (45 to 50 count)
1 package (11.5 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 tortillas)
1 ripe avocado, pitted, peeled and chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 small plum (Roma) tomato, chopped (1/3 cup)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 2-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Cook onion and garlic in butter 3 to 4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened. Stir in flour until all flour is blended with butter. Stir in broth and sour cream until smooth. Heat to boiling; cook about 2 minutes, stirring constantly, until sauce is thickened. Remove from heat. Stir in cheese until melted. Stir in chiles.
  • In medium bowl, mix 1 cup of cheese sauce, the crabmeat and shrimp. In 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish, spoon 1 cup of the cheese sauce over bottom. Spoon about 1/2 cup seafood mixture onto each tortilla. Roll up tortillas; place seam sides down on sauce in dish. Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas.
  • Cover baking dish with foil. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until bubbly.
  • In medium bowl, toss remaining ingredients. Just before serving, spoon avocado mixture down center of enchiladas.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1050 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1/2 g

Tips:

  • Choosing the Right Fish: Opt for firm-fleshed fish like cod, tilapia, or halibut that hold their shape well during cooking.
  • Seasoning the Fish: Before cooking, season the fish with a flavorful blend of spices, herbs, and citrus to enhance its taste.
  • Cooking the Fish: Pan-sear or bake the fish until it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) to ensure it's cooked through while remaining moist and flaky.
  • Preparing the Enchilada Sauce: Make a creamy and flavorful sauce using a combination of sour cream, cream cheese, and spices. You can also add roasted poblano peppers for a smoky flavor.
  • Assembling the Enchiladas: Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce in a baking dish, top with corn tortillas, fish, and a generous amount of sauce. Repeat layers until all the ingredients are used up.
  • Baking the Enchiladas: Bake the enchiladas in a preheated oven until the sauce is bubbly and the tortillas are golden brown. This usually takes around 20-25 minutes.
  • Garnish and Serve: Garnish the enchiladas with fresh cilantro, chopped onion, and crumbled queso fresco before serving. Accompany them with your favorite sides like guacamole, salsa, and sour cream.

Conclusion:

Creamy fish enchiladas offer a delightful blend of flavors and textures, making them a perfect dish for any occasion. Experiment with different types of fish, sauces, and toppings to create your own unique version of this delicious dish. Enjoy the culinary journey of creating and savoring this seafood-inspired enchilada recipe!

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