LEFTOVER TURKEY - ENCHILADAS

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What to do with all the leftover Holiday Turkey Meat - This was a big hit, and a treat to have something spicy after holiday eating holiday leftovers for a few days.

Provided by Chuck_Roast

Categories     Poultry

Time 50m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 cups leftover cooked dark turkey meat, shredded
1/2 cup onion, finely diced (to taste)
4 -5 garlic cloves, fresh minced (to taste)
3 cups enchilada sauce, divided (recipezaar Texas Red Enchilada Sauce)
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 -3 jalapeno peppers, chopped fine (optional)
1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced (optional)
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/2 teaspoon pepper, to taste
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese (any type will work)
8 -10 small flour tortillas, warmed (smaller size 6-8-inch)
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained and diced
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded (more if desired)
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Heat a skillet to medium, add some oil and saute the onions for a few minutes then add the peppers and garlic and saute until the onion become translucent.
  • Add Tomatoes, seasonings, Stir to combine.
  • Add Turkey and 1 cup of enchilada sauce - stir - simmer until some of the liquid has evaporated (not too juicy any more).
  • Add cream cheese and stir until well incorporated. Simmer for a few minutes longer.
  • In a 9X13" pan add 1 cup of enchilada sauce and coat bottom of pan.
  • Add about 1/4-1/3 cup of meat mixture to each tortillia - roll tortilla and place seem side down in a baking dish (just roll, don't fold ends).
  • Pour remaining Enchilada sauce over the top of the tortillas.
  • Sprinkle cheese over the top.
  • Bake i for about 20-30 minutes until cheese is melted and side are bubbling slightly.
  • Variations - Add a can of black beans (rinsed and drained) to the meat mixture after incorporating the cream cheese.
  • Toppings (suggestions) - Salsa, lettuce, Chopped Olives, Chopped Onion, Chopped tomatoes, chopped jalapeno's.

Harris Dawar
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I highly recommend these enchiladas. They're a great way to use up leftover turkey and they're so flavorful.


Gabriel Bily
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These enchiladas are a must-try! They're easy to make, delicious, and perfect for any occasion.


Laura Jellicoe
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I've tried many enchilada recipes, but this one is by far the best. The flavors are amazing and the cheese is melted to perfection.


Cameron Eyskens
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These enchiladas were so easy to make and so delicious. I will definitely be making them again and again.


Mic Clash (Mic Clash)
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I made these enchiladas for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone loved them!


MOBOLAJI OLATUBOSUN
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These enchiladas were the perfect way to use up my leftover turkey. They were so flavorful and satisfying.


Imdad Hussain
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I've never made enchiladas before, but these were so easy to follow. They turned out great!


Rahat Don
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These enchiladas were easy to make and so delicious. I will definitely be making them again.


Rahman Maryam
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I made these enchiladas for my family and they loved them! The leftovers were even better the next day.


Tammy Pearce
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These enchiladas were delicious! I used leftover Thanksgiving turkey and they were perfect. The sauce was flavorful and the cheese was melted and gooey.


Lorena Tris
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I've made these enchiladas several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're perfect for using up leftover turkey and they're so easy to make.


Family Westley
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These enchiladas were a hit with my family! They were easy to make and so delicious. The leftovers were even better the next day.


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