Leftover Turkey Enchiladas
This recipe is a flavorful way to use up leftover turkey while embracing Tex-Mex comfort.
- Total Time: 1 hour
Ingredients
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Filling:
- 3 cups cooked dark turkey meat, shredded
- 1/2 cup onion, finely diced
- 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
- 2-3 jalapeño peppers, finely chopped (optional)
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup green bell pepper, diced (optional)
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cups enchilada sauce, divided
- 8-10 small flour tortillas (6-8 inches, warmed)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or more if desired)
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained (stir into the filling after cream cheese)
- Salsa, lettuce, chopped olives, diced tomatoes, chopped onions, or jalapeños
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
- Sauté the onions for 2–3 minutes, then add the bell peppers, jalapeños (if using), and garlic. Cook until the onions are translucent.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Add the shredded turkey and 1 cup of enchilada sauce. Simmer until the mixture thickens slightly (not too juicy).
- Stir in the cream cheese until fully incorporated. Cook for 2–3 more minutes, then remove from heat.
- Assemble the Enchiladas:
- Spread 1 cup of enchilada sauce evenly across the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Place about 1/4–1/3 cup of the turkey mixture onto each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Bake the Enchiladas:
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the top.
- Bake for 20–30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbling at the edges.
- Serve:
- Garnish with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 30
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