Best 8 Manicotti Enchiladas Recipes

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**A Culinary Fusion of Italian and Mexican Flavors: Manicotti Enchiladas - A Delight for Your Taste Buds**

Prepare to embark on a culinary journey that harmoniously blends the vibrant flavors of Italian and Mexican cuisine. Manicotti Enchiladas, a unique and delectable dish, is a testament to the creativity and versatility of cooking. This recipe combines the essence of classic manicotti, typically associated with Italian cuisine, with the bold and spicy notes of Mexican enchiladas. Each bite promises a symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to impress your family and friends, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, don your apron, and let's embark on this culinary adventure together!

**Inside the Article:**

* **Manicotti Enchiladas (Traditional Recipe):** This classic recipe stays true to the essence of manicotti and enchiladas. It features a combination of ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses, along with ground beef, enchilada sauce, and a blend of Mexican spices.

* **Vegetarian Manicotti Enchiladas:** For those who prefer a meatless option, this recipe offers a delightful vegetarian alternative. It replaces the ground beef with a flavorful mixture of roasted vegetables, such as bell peppers, zucchini, and corn, while maintaining the cheesy goodness and enchilada sauce.

* **Chicken Manicotti Enchiladas:** This variation adds a succulent twist to the dish by incorporating tender chicken breast. The chicken is seasoned with a zesty blend of Mexican spices and cooked to perfection before being combined with the other ingredients.

* **Mini Manicotti Enchiladas:** If you're looking for a fun and bite-sized appetizer or snack, these mini manicotti enchiladas are the perfect choice. They feature small manicotti shells filled with a creamy cheese mixture and topped with enchilada sauce and melted cheese.

* **Baked Manicotti Enchiladas:** This recipe takes the classic dish to a whole new level by baking it in the oven. The manicotti enchiladas are arranged in a baking dish, covered with enchilada sauce and cheese, and baked until golden brown and bubbly.

With this collection of recipes, you'll have a variety of options to choose from, catering to different dietary preferences and taste preferences. So, get ready to indulge in the ultimate fusion of Italian and Mexican flavors with manicotti enchiladas!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

MEXICAN MANICOTTI



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Pasta shells stand in for taco shells in this cheesy, beefy, change-of-pace main dish.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 uncooked manicotti pasta shells
1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 can (6 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato paste
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
1 1/2 cups water
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 egg
1 1/2 cups sour cream (12 oz)
2 1/2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (10 oz)
2 cans (4 oz each) Old El Paso™ whole green chiles, drained, chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Cook and drain pasta as directed on package. Rinse with cold water; drain well.
  • In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain. Stir in tomato paste, taco seasoning mix and water. Cook over medium heat 5 to 10 minutes until hot and bubbly.
  • In medium bowl, mix cream cheese, egg, sour cream, 1 1/2 cups of the cheese, the chiles and 2 tablespoons of the cilantro. Spoon about 3 tablespoons cheese mixture into each pasta shell. Spoon about 1 cup beef mixture into baking dish; top with filled shells and remaining beef mixture.
  • Cover; bake 40 to 45 minutes or until hot. Uncover; sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheese over shells. Bake 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 700, Carbohydrate 45 g, Cholesterol 175 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 3 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 23 g, ServingSize 1 Serving (2 Shells), Sodium 1390 mg, Sugar 8 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

MANILADAS WITH WHITE CHEESE AND ROASTED TOMATILLO SAUCES



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 (8-ounce) package manicotti shells
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 Vidalia onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 rotisserie chicken, shredded
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro leaves
1/2 cup sour cream
1 pound tomatillos, quartered
1 small red onion, quartered
1 jalapeno, halved
2 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups heavy cream, room temperature
2 cups grated fontina cheese
1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
Salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Boil manicotti in salted water for 8 minutes. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water and set pasta aside.
  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Saute onion until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and saute 1 minute more. Remove pan from heat and mix in chicken, tomatoes, cilantro and sour cream. Set aside.
  • Place tomatillos, onion, jalapeno and garlic in a baking dish. Toss with oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast until tomatillos turn golden around the edges and are soft, about 45 minutes. Remove from oven and blend ingredients together until smooth. Use reserved pasta water to thin sauce, if necessary. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • To make the cheese sauce: In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add flour and cook 2 minutes. Whisk in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add cheese and nutmeg and stir until melted. Season sauce with salt, to taste.
  • To assemble: Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees F. Stuff manicotti tubes with chicken mixture and assemble in a 9 by 12-inch baking dish. Pour cheese sauce over the top. Bake 30 minutes until cheese is bubbling. Drizzle tomatillo sauce on Maniladas before serving.

BEEF AND CHEESE MANICOTTI



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     main-dish

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 teaspoons olive oil
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 pound ground beef
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
14 (8-ounce package) manicotti
1 (15-ounce) container whole-milk ricotta
3 cups shredded mozzarella
1 cup grated Parmesan
2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 cups marinara sauce
2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces

Steps:

  • Heat a heavy medium skillet over medium heat. Add 1 teaspoon of the olive oil, onion and ground beef. Season with salt and pepper. Saute until the meat browns and the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat, and cool.
  • Brush 1 teaspoon of oil over a large baking sheet. Cook the manicotti in a large pot of boiling salted water until slightly softened, but still very firm to the bite, about 4 to 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the manicotti from the pot to the oiled baking sheet and cool.
  • Meanwhile, combine the ricotta, 1 1/2 to 2 cups mozzarella cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan, and parsley. Add the garlic, salt, and pepper to taste, and mix. Stir the cooled meat mixture into the cheese mixture.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Brush the remaining 2 teaspoons of oil over a 13 by 9 by 2-inch glass baking dish. Spoon 1 1/2 cups of the marinara sauce over the bottom of the prepared dish. Fill the manicotti with the cheese-meat mixture. Arrange the stuffed pasta in a single layer in the prepared dish and spoon the remaining sauce over.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1 1/2 cups of mozzarella cheese, then the remaining 1/2 cup of Parmesan over the stuffed pasta. Dot entire dish with the butter pieces. Bake the manicotti uncovered until heated through and the sauce bubbles on the sides of the dish, about 30 to 35 minutes. Let the manicotti stand 5 minutes and serve.

MANICOTTI ENCHILADAS



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These enchiladas are something different that are easier to serve without breaking apart. Very tasty and easy to prepare. I like to serve them with a side of mexican style rice.

Provided by suzanne kraus

Categories     Other Main Dishes

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
1 can refried beans
4 oz cream cheese
1 package taco seasoning mix
2 cups monterey jack cheese
12 manicotti shells
2 cans enchilada sauce of choice
1/2 cup water
1 can diced tomatoes with chilies
12 corn tortillas
sour cream

Steps:

  • 1. In large mixing bowl mix raw meat, beans, taco seasoning, softened cr cheese and 1 cup Monterey jack cheese.
  • 2. Divide mixture among 12 corn tortillas warmed in microwave for easier rolling. Spread mixture on corn tortilla, roll up and insert into uncooked manicotti.
  • 3. Spray large baking dish with cooking spray. Put 1 can of enchilada sauce in baking dish along with the 1/2 c water.
  • 4. Lay your stuffed manicotti in sauce.
  • 5. Top with the canned tomatoes, 2nd can of enchilada sauce and remainder of cheese.
  • 6. Cover with foil and bake at 350 for 1 hour. Uncover after 1 hour and bake for an additional 5-10 min
  • 7. Let stand uncovered for 10 min. Serve and top with a dollop of sour cream

MEXICAN CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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Our family of five enjoys trying different ethnic cuisines. This Italian specialty has a little Mexican zip. Be careful not to overcook the manicotti. If the filled shells happen to break, just place them in the pan seam-side down.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (8 ounces) manicotti shells
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 small onion, diced, divided
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, divided
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup salsa
2/3 cup whole milk

Steps:

  • Cook manicotti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, 1-1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, half of the onion and 6 tablespoons chilies. , In another bowl, combine the soup, salsa, milk and remaining onion and chilies. Spread 1/2 cup in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Drain manicotti and rinse in cold water; stuff each with about 1/4 cupful chicken mixture. Arrange over sauce in baking dish. Pour remaining sauce over shells., Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining Monterey Jack cheese. Bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 937mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

MEXICAN MANICOTTI (ENCHILADA STYLE)



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I was looking through all the Mexican manicotti recipes and none of them use enchilada sauce. This is the product of that experiment. I suggest making recipe#71916. It is my go to sauce recipe. You can adjust the spice level by using a spicy or mild chili powder.

Provided by sbera007

Categories     Manicotti

Time 1h

Yield 12 noodles, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb ground turkey
1 jalapeno (chopped)
1 green pepper (chopped)
3 tablespoons taco seasoning (I use Penzey's Bold Seasoning)
1/2 cup water
1 (15 ounce) can refried beans (I like to use black beans)
12 manicotti
3 cups enchilada sauce
1 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 350.
  • Brown turkey, jalapeno, and green pepper until turkey is cooked through.
  • Meanwhile heat water and cook manicotti according to package directions. (I always make a couple extra noodles because one or two inevitably break.).
  • Drain turkey (if needed). Add water and taco seasoning. Simmer for about five minutes.
  • Remove from heat and add refried beans. Let cool, so you don't burn yourself when you stuff the noodles.
  • Put a thin layer of enchilada sauce at the bottom of 13X9 pan.
  • Stuff cooked noodles with turkey mixture and place in pan.
  • Top with remaining enchilada sauce. Cook for 30 minutes.
  • Top with cheese and cook another 15 minutes.
  • I like to serve mine with some shredded lettuce and tomato.

MANICOTTI WITH CHEESE



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A delicious and cheesy manicotti recipe! Only use whole milk mozzarella and do not over bake when you heat it up. This recipe is delicious. Enjoy!

Provided by Mary

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Yield 7

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (8 ounce) package manicotti pasta
2 cups whole milk ricotta cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 ½ (32 ounce) jars spaghetti sauce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and cool on waxed paper or aluminum foil to prevent the noodles from sticking together.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, combine ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, parsley, salt and pepper; fill manicotti with cheese mixture.
  • In a 9x13 inch baking dish, spread a thin layer of spaghetti sauce on the bottom and arrange manicotti in a single layer; cover with remaining sauce. Cover dish with aluminum foil and bake in preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove foil and bake for 15 minutes longer; serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 735.6 calories, Carbohydrate 88 g, Cholesterol 72.6 mg, Fat 29.9 g, Fiber 12.8 g, Protein 28.4 g, SaturatedFat 13.8 g, Sodium 2308.5 mg, Sugar 41.2 g

MEXICAN MANICOTTI



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Serve this hearty entree with Spanish rice, homemade salsa and tortilla chips. I've also made it without ground beef, and our friends who are vegetarians requested the recipe. -Lucy Shifton, Wichita, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground beef
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
2-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 package (8 ounces) uncooked manicotti shells
2-1/2 cups water
1 jar (16 ounces) picante sauce
2 cups sour cream
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican cheese blend
1/4 cup sliced green onions
Sliced ripe olives, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the uncooked beef, beans, chili powder and oregano. Spoon into uncooked manicotti shells; arrange in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Combine water and picante sauce; pour over shells. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, covered, at 350° for 1 hour. Uncover; spoon sour cream over the top. Sprinkle with cheese, onions and olives if desired. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until the cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 20g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 90mg cholesterol, Sodium 554mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Tips:

  • Prepare the ingredients in advance: Before starting to cook, make sure you have all the necessary ingredients measured and prepped. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling during the cooking process.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will greatly impact the final dish. Whenever possible, use fresh, organic ingredients to ensure the best flavor and texture.
  • Don't overcook the pasta: Manicotti shells should be cooked al dente, meaning they should still have a slight bite to them. Overcooked pasta will become mushy and ruin the texture of the dish.
  • Make sure the filling is flavorful: The filling is the heart of the manicotti enchiladas, so make sure it is packed with flavor. Use a combination of spices, herbs, and cheeses to create a filling that is both delicious and satisfying.
  • Don't overcrowd the baking dish: When assembling the manicotti enchiladas, make sure to leave some space between each one. This will allow the sauce to circulate and prevent the manicotti from sticking together.
  • Bake the manicotti enchiladas until they are golden brown: The manicotti enchiladas should be baked until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tops are golden brown. This will ensure that they are cooked through and have a delicious, crispy texture.

Conclusion:

Manicotti enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. By following these tips, you can create a manicotti enchilada dish that is sure to impress your friends and family. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe to try, give manicotti enchiladas a try – you won't be disappointed!

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