Turkey Enchiladas
Turkey Enchiladas are a delightful fusion of tender ground turkey, zesty enchilada sauce, and gooey cheese, all wrapped in warm tortillas. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or festive gatherings, offering a burst of flavor with every bite. Whether you’re cooking for family or friends, these enchiladas are sure to impress and become a beloved favorite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 8 corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Sauté diced onion and bell pepper in a skillet over medium heat until soft, about 5 minutes. Add ground turkey and cook until browned.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, and half of the enchilada sauce; mix well.
- Spoon turkey mixture into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas (300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For added flavor, lightly toast the tortillas before filling. Customize with black beans for extra protein or jalapeños for heat.