**Enchiladas: A Culinary Symphony of Flavors**
Enchiladas, a beloved dish with Mexican roots, are a culinary symphony of flavors that tantalize the taste buds. These delectable treats consist of corn tortillas filled with a variety of delectable fillings, such as tender chicken, savory ground beef, or tangy vegetables, and smothered in a rich, flavorful sauce. The enchiladas are then baked to perfection, resulting in a harmonious blend of textures and flavors that will leave you craving more. This comprehensive guide provides three distinct enchilada recipes, each offering a unique taste experience. From the classic chicken enchiladas with their shredded chicken filling and creamy sauce to the hearty ground beef enchiladas with their smoky chipotle sauce, to the vegetarian enchiladas bursting with roasted vegetables and a tangy tomatillo sauce, these recipes cater to diverse palates and dietary preferences. With step-by-step instructions, helpful tips, and stunning visuals, this guide will empower you to create authentic enchiladas that will be the star of any meal, whether it's a casual family dinner or a festive gathering.
EASY CROCK POT BEEF ENCHILADAS
This is an easy version of my easy oven baked beef enchiladas. There is probably a recipe like this, but I didn't use one and will make it often as it turned out well. It's also very easy. My hubby was hungry for this, but I wasn't going to be home, so I threw this together about 2 pm. He got home about 6 pm and said the smell was so good, he didn't take time to change clothes. I came in about 8 pm and even tho he had turned it off, it was warm and very good. Be sure not to over-cook as it will be dry and the tortillas tough on the edges. I think 4 hours would be the perfect amount of time. Serve with warm flour tortillas and butter or chips.
Provided by peppermintkitty
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 4h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Brown hamburger and onion together.
- Drain excess fat and add diced tomatoes (with juice).
- Add chopped chilies and taco seasoning.
- Simmer 5 minutes.
- Spray inside of crock with cooking spray and place 4 corn tortillas in the bottom and spread 1/2 of the meat mixture.
- Spread 1/2 the can of cheese soup on top of meat and place 3 more tortillas on top of cheese soup.
- Pour in remaining meat mixture and place 3-4 more corn tortillas on top.
- Spread remaining can of cheese soup on tortillas and sprinkle 1 1/2 to 2 cups shredded cheese.
- Pour 1 cup milk evenly over top--do not stir.
- Put on lid and cook on low up to 5 hours.
CROCK POT ENCHILADAS
Time 3h
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef, onion and green pepper until meat is cooked through and onion and pepper are soft. Add refried beans, tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt & pepper to ground beef and mix well. In a crock pot lay two tortillas on the bottom - overlap if needed. Top tortillas with 1/4 of meat mixture, then 1/2 cup of cheese. Place two more tortillas on top of cheese and continue the process 4 times total until all ingredients are layered in crock pot. Pour Enchilada sauce over the top and make sure to get down the sides and into any little pockets you see. Cook on low for 2 1/2 hours Serve Immediately.
CHEESY GREEN CHILE CHICKEN CROCK POT ENCHILADAS
The combination of flavors in these enchiladas was really good! It's an easy recipe to assemble. A super simple slow cooker dinner. Very easy to transport to a potluck, too. We know this will be a hit!
Provided by Stefanie Rowell
Categories Tacos & Burritos
Time 4h30m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. Cook Rice-a-Roni according to directions on the box. Add corn after you add water and seasoning packet.
- 2. While rice is cooking, combine in a large bowl: chilies, chicken, pinto beans, 1/2 the salsa, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, 1 cup of cheese, and the chili powder. When rice is done cooking, add half the cooked rice to the other ingredients and stir all together.
- 3. Spray Crock Pot with non-stick spray. Cut the 6 tortillas in half. Put a large spoonful of filling in the middle of the tortilla and put seam-side down in the bottom of Crock Pot.
- 4. Spread remaining rice, salsa, and cheese over each layer.
- 5. Depending on how large your Crock Pot is, you will get either 2 or 3 layers.
- 6. Turn Crock Pot on low and let everything get all melty and cozy (about 4 hours on low or 2 1/2 hours on high).
CROCK POT SHREDDED CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
This is a mixture of a bunch of different recipes that I have found that works best for me. The chicken comes out flavorful and the enchiladas are crispy and cheesy. What more can you ask for? Most of the time listed is the slow cooking time so there really isnt much work to do. Just throw it all in the crockpot and cook. I don't really measure, I kind of do things by eye, so the ingredients listed below are approximate.You will find that the chicken pretty much shreds itself! I love them, enjoy!
Provided by Kai in Rhode Island
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 8h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place chicken in crock pot and add all crock pot ingredients.( I make sure the stewed tomatoes and veggies are on top of the chicken.).
- Cook on low for 8 hours.
- Turn and stir about halfway through.
- Add mushrooms (if using)
- Mix and stir chicken with a fork,breaking it apart ( It will shred on its own this way).
- Chicken mixture will be saucy thats ok thats where the flavor is! I take out what I am using for the tortillas with a slotted spoon. I always have chicken leftover and I freeze the rest.
- For Enchiladas-.
- Set oven to 350 degrees.
- Spray 9 by 13 inch pan with canola spray (I line my pan with foil first).
- Heat canola oil in a pan and fry tortillas 10 -15 seconds on each side.
- Spread one tbls of refried beans on one half of the tortilla.
- Sprinkle with cheese and top with shredded chicken mixture ( about 2 tablespoons, whatever you prefer.).
- Roll or fold over.
- Place in oven and cook for 10 minutes.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese and cook for 5 more minutes.
- Top with sour cream and serve with rice. ( we use red beans and rice).
STACKED CROCK POT ENCHILADAS
Even though, I love enchiladas you make in the oven. This is nice to have waiting for you when you come home after a busy day. Prepare the ground beef mixture the night before so you don't have to take the time in the morning.
Provided by CookingONTheSide
Categories Meat
Time 7h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a skillet, cook beef, onions and green pepper until beef is browned and vegetables are tender.
- Drain.
- Add next 8 ingredients, bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
- In crock pot, layer tortillas, beef mixture and cheese. Repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Cover and cook on low 5-7 hours.
- Serve with sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes and olives.
CROCK POT CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
This a recipe that my family enjoys. To save time, I'll sometimes use seasoned chicken breast strips. You can also add sliced black olives, if desired.
Provided by DesertRose15
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 4h5m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cook chicken and shred. Mix together the soup, green chilis and onions. Cut tortillas in wedges. Layer crockpot with 1/3 each of the sauce, tortillas, soup and chicken mix and cheese then repeat two times ending with cheese on top.
- Cook in crockpot on low temperature for 4-5 hours.
CROCK-POT CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
Steps:
- Put all ingredients into crock-pot (except bullion and rice) and cook for 5 hours on low or 3 hours on high. Make 1/2 cup rice with chicken bouillon cube in water. When chicken in crock-pot is done, take out most of the liquid and put in bowl. Shred up chicken. Mix 1/4 cup sauce with the rice. Leave remaining sauce to top enchiladas with. Get out 5-66 flour tortillas. Inside each tortilla layer: rice, chicken (and if want additional items - olives, cheese, green onions.) Roll up each tortilla and put into baking dish. Top with remaining sauce and grated cheese. Put tin foil over pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Serve with sour cream, if desired
CROCK POT CHICKEN ENCHILADAS RECIPE - (4.4/5)
Provided by RecipeKitchen
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook chicken and shred. Mix soup, olives, chile peppers, and onions. Cut tortillas in wedges. Layer Crock Pot with sauce, tortillas, soup mix, chicken and cheese all the way to top, ending with cheese on top. Cover and cook on LOW for 5 to 7 hours.
CROCK POT ENCHILADAS
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat, breaking up while cooking. Cook beef until pink color is gone, drain off any fat. . In a medium mixing bowl, add cooked ground meat, garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, black pepper and salt to taste. Add to seasoned meat, green chile peppers, 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce, 1/2 cup sour cream and 1 cup cheese, mix well. Place 1/2 cup beef mixture in the center of each tortilla, leave about 2" at the bottom without filling and fold up the tortilla. Continue until all tortillas are filled. Lightly spray the bottom and sides of the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Lay enchiladas seam side down in the slow cooker, add a little of the sauce to each layer as you stack them. There should be 2 layers of 3 or 3 layers of 2, depending on the size of your slow cooker. Combine the remaining enchilada sauce and 1/2 cup sour cream. Pour over the enchiladas, cover and cook on low 3-4 hours, or until hot and bubbly. Cut between each enchilada and carefully remove, one at a time, with a large spatula. Pour liquid from slow cooker over enchiladas and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Garnish with diced tomatoes and shredded lettuce. Oven Method: Preheat oven to 375 degrees. In a large casserole dish, place stuffed enchiladas seam side down in a single layer. Combine the remaining enchilada sauce and 1/2 cup sour cream, spread over enchiladas. Sprinkle remaining cheese over enchiladas, cover loosely with foil and bake until hot and bubbly, approximately 30 minutes. Remove from oven and, if desired, garnish with diced tomatoes and shredded lettuce.
Tips:
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will make a big difference in the flavor of your enchiladas.
- Don't overcook the chicken: Chicken breasts can easily become dry and tough if they are overcooked. Cook them until they are just cooked through, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Use a variety of cheeses: This will give your enchiladas a more complex flavor. Try using a combination of cheddar, Monterey Jack, and queso fresco.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: There are many different ways to make enchiladas. Try different combinations of ingredients and flavors to find your favorite recipe.
Conclusion:
Crock-pot enchiladas are a delicious and easy meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. They are perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. With a few simple tips, you can make crock-pot enchiladas that are sure to impress your friends and family.
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