Best 6 Enchiladas Colorado Recipes

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Enchiladas are a traditional Mexican dish of corn tortillas dipped in a chili sauce and filled with a savoury filling. The type of chili sauce used varies depending on the region of Mexico, with some sauces being spicy and others mild. Enchiladas colorado are a type of enchilada that is made with a red chili sauce. They are typically filled with meat, cheese, or vegetables, and are topped with a layer of cheese and sour cream. They are a relatively easy dish to make, and are a popular choice for family meals and gatherings.

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

ENCHILADAS COLORADO



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Make and share this Enchiladas Colorado recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Food.com

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 1/2 cups masa corn flour
1 1/4 cups warm water
1/4 cup vegetable shortening
1 teaspoon salt
1 lb bone-in skinless chicken thigh (about 4 thighs)
2 cups low sodium chicken broth
2 teaspoons salt
2 garlic cloves
1/2 medium white onion, quartered
4 dried ancho chiles, halved, stemmed and seeded
4 dried New Mexico chiles, halved, stemmed and seeded
1 1/2 cups boiling water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/2 teaspoons ground coriander
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
6 garlic cloves, chopped
1 medium white onion, chopped
kosher salt and black pepper
vegetable oil, for reheating tortillas
1 cup queso fresco, crumbled (4 ounces)
1/2 medium white onion, chopped
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
crema (optional)

Steps:

  • Special equipment:.
  • Tortilla press.
  • For the tortillas:.
  • Combine the masa, water, shortening and salt in a bowl. Bring the mixture together with your hands and make into a uniform disc. Wrap the disk in plastic wrap and let rest at room temperature for about 20 minutes.
  • Preheat a large cast-iron pan over high heat. Line the tortilla press with parchment paper.
  • Portion the dough into golf-ball-size balls, about 1 1/2 ounces each. Place 1 ball at a time into the tortilla press between two sheets of parchment paper. Press down on the tortilla press. Carefully, peel away one sheet of the parchment. Flip the exposed side of the tortillas onto your hand and carefully remove the other side of the parchment. Place the tortilla directly onto the preheated skillet. Cook until the edges begin to curl and bumps form, 1 to 2 minutes. Flip and cook the other side, 1 to 2 minutes. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
  • For the enchiladas:.
  • Combine the chicken, chicken broth, salt, garlic and onions in a large saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil, and then reduce the heat, cover with a lid and simmer until the chicken is fully cooked, about 20 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside to cool. When cool enough to handle, shred the chicken and set aside.
  • For the Colorado sauce:.
  • Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Toast the chiles skin-side up until fragrant and beginning to darken, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
  • Transfer the chiles to a bowl and pour over the boiling water, or enough to cover the chilies; soak until softened, about 15 minutes. Transfer the chiles and steeping liquid to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse until a smooth paste forms.
  • Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Add the coriander, cumin, garlic and onions and cook until softened and fragrant, 6 to 8 minutes. Whisk in the blended chile paste and bring to a simmer. Cook until slightly reduced and flavors are developed, 4 to 6 minutes. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
  • For assembly:.
  • Pour 1/4 inch vegetable oil into a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Soften the tortillas one at a time in the hot oil, about 5 seconds. Set each tortilla on a paper towel afterwards to soak up some of the oil.
  • To assemble the enchiladas, dip a softened tortilla in simmering Colorado sauce and place on a work surface. Add 2 tablespoons shredded chicken and 1 tablespoon Colorado sauce. Roll up tightly and place on a serving platter.
  • Top the enchiladas with crumbled queso fresco, onions and cilantro. Drizzle with some crema, if using, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.2, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 3.9, Cholesterol 62.8, Sodium 1264.8, Carbohydrate 34, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 2.3, Protein 21.3

ENCHILADAS VERDES CON POLLO AS MADE BY CUCO RECIPE BY TASTY



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Recording artist Cuco teams up with Tasty to make his favorite recipe: Enchiladas Verdes Con Pollo. If you like your enchiladas spicy, increase the number of serrano peppers.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Lunch

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb medium tomatillo, husks removed
½ medium white onion, halved
1 serrano pepper, stemmed
3 cloves garlic
water, as needed
½ bunch fresh cilantro, leaves and soft stems roughly chopped, plus more leaves for garnish - about 1 cup (40 G)
1 tablespoon kosher salt
½ cup low sodium chicken stock
¼ cup vegetable oil, divided
12 thick slices corn tortilla
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
5 oz queso fresco, crumbled
¼ medium white onion, finely chopped, for garnish
2 tablespoons mexican crema, for garnish

Steps:

  • Add the tomatillos, onion, serrano peppers, and garlic to a medium saucepan. Pour in enough water to just cover. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the vegetables are very tender and the tomatillos have changed color, 8-10 minutes.
  • Use a slotted spoon to transfer the cooked vegetables to a blender and discard the cooking liquid. Purée the vegetables until broken down. Add the chopped cilantro, salt, and chicken stock. Blend the salsa until smooth. It should be speckled and thick.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. When the oil is shimmering, add the salsa verde to the pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to maintain a strong simmer. Cook until the salsa deepens in color and thickens slightly, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Pour the salsa into a medium bowl and set aside. Wipe out the pan with a paper towel.
  • Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in the same pan over medium-high heat. Working 2 at a time, fry the tortillas for 1 minute per side, until starting to brown but not completely fried. They should be crisp around the edges but still pliable enough to roll. Transfer the tortillas to a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain.
  • Set a rack in the center of the oven and turn on the broiler.
  • Spread ½ cup of the salsa verde over the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch (22 x 33 cm) baking dish.
  • Assemble the enchiladas: Dip a tortilla in the remaining salsa verde so both sides are coated. Place the tortilla on a flat surface and add about 4 tablespoons of shredded chicken to the center. Roll tightly. Place the filled tortilla, seam-side down, in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
  • Pour any remaining salsa over the top of the enchiladas, then sprinkle with the queso fresco.
  • Broil the enchiladas until the cheese is just melted, 2-4 minutes.
  • Serve the enchiladas warm with the diced onion, Mexican crema, and cilantro leaves for topping
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412 calories, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 27 grams, Sugar 6 grams

BEST EVER CHICKEN ENCHILADAS FROM COLORADO CACHE



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large chicken breasts
1 cup onions, chopped
1 can chopped mild green chiles
1 can (7 oz.) green chili salsa
1/2 tsp salt
2 cups heavy cream
Oil
12 corn or small flour tortillas
1 1/2 cup grated Monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • Combine 1st four ingredients and mix well. Add salt to cream.
  • Heat oil, dip each tortilla and cook until done, then dip in cream and drain. Fill tortilla with mix. Roll and place in ungreased baking dish. Pour remaining cream over enchiladas. Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Bake at 350°F uncovered for 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

COLORADO-STYLE BEEF ENCHILADAS



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Make and share this Colorado-Style Beef Enchiladas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 1h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/4 lbs lean ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
3 -4 tablespoons taco seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper, to taste
1 (4 ounce) can chopped mild green chilies
1 (8 ounce) can green chili salsa (can use any picante or salsa)
1/4-1/3 cup water
vegetable oil, for quick frying
12 corn tortillas
1 lb cheddar cheese or 1 lb monterey jack cheese, grated
1 (15 ounce) can mild red chile enchilada sauce
1 (15 ounce) can medium green enchilada sauce
1/3 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons cream or 3 tablespoons milk

Steps:

  • Brown the meat and onion in a skillet over medium heat (while the meat is browning, prepare the sauce).
  • Drain meat and return to pan; add in taco seasoning, salt, pepper, green chiles, green chile salsa, and ¼ to 1/3 cup water; mix well, cover, and simmer on very low heat for 15 minutes.
  • Check meat mixture to see if most of the water has been absorbed; the meat should remain moist; adjust seasonings to taste; cover and keep warm.
  • The sauce: in a bowl, combine the red and green enchilada sauces, sour cream, and cream or milk; whisk until well blended and smooth.
  • In a small pan, add 3-4 tablespoons oil; heat over medium heat until hot.
  • Using metal tongs, work quickly and dip each side of a corn tortilla in hot oil (not more than 1-2 seconds per side).
  • Promptly place tortilla on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
  • Repeat with remaining tortillas, adding extra oil to the pan as needed.
  • To assemble: in a 13 x 9 inch baking dish, pour ¾ cup sauce on bottom of dish to cover.
  • Place a single layer of corn tortillas on sauce; top with a layer of half the meat mixture, then sprinkle with cheese.
  • Repeat tortilla, meat, and cheese layers; pour remaining sauce over layers and top with cheese.
  • To freeze-cool enchiladas completely; cover well and freeze.
  • To serve-thaw completely; bake at 350° for 18-20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and heated through.
  • Serve with shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes and top with sour cream and/or guacamole.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 699.7, Fat 42.5, SaturatedFat 22.8, Cholesterol 151.4, Sodium 1882.7, Carbohydrate 36.8, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 4.7, Protein 43.3

ENCHILADAS



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A friend of mine gave me this recipe for ground beef enchiladas and it is delicious!

Provided by Donna

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds lean ground beef
1 large chopped onion
⅛ teaspoon garlic salt
12 (8 inch) flour tortillas
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
8 ounces shredded Colby cheese
2 (19 ounce) cans enchilada sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a heavy saucepan or skillet, brown the ground beef and onions. Season the ground beef mixture with garlic salt and set aside.
  • In a skillet, fry the tortillas in vegetable oil. Spoon some meat mixture and cheese into the center of each tortilla, roll them up and arrange them in a 9x13 inch baking dish or oblong pan. Pour the enchilada sauce over the rolled enchiladas and top with any remaining meat or cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) for 20 to 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 755.4 calories, Carbohydrate 48.5 g, Cholesterol 149.8 mg, Fat 46 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 36.3 g, SaturatedFat 21.5 g, Sodium 638.9 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

BEEF ENCHILADAS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Enchiladas, anyone? Seasoned ground beef and black beans are rolled in tortillas, then baked with enchilada sauce and shredded Mexican cheese for a melty, saucy meal that's bound to become a weeknight favorite.

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon chili powder
1 lb ground beef
3 teaspoons kosher salt
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups enchilada sauce, divided
8 medium flour tortillas
2 cups shredded mexican cheese blend
¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
cotija cheese, for garnish - optional

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, add the onion and cook, stirring often, until beginning to soften, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic, cumin, paprika, and chili powder and cook, stirring constantly, until aromatic, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the ground beef and cook, breaking up with a wooden spoon, until the beef is browned and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Add the salt and black beans and continue cooking until warmed through, about 3 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat.
  • Add 1 cup of enchilada sauce to the bottom of the prepared baking dish and use a spatula to spread evenly.
  • Scoop ½ cup of the beef mixture onto the lower half of a tortilla, then roll up. Place the rolled tortilla seam side-down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining beef and tortillas, arranging in a row.
  • Top with the remaining cup of enchilada sauce. Sprinkle the shredded Mexican cheese on top.
  • Bake until the cheese has melted, about 10 minutes.
  • Top the enchiladas with the cilantro and Cotija cheese, if desired, and serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 984 calories, Carbohydrate 79 grams, Fat 46 grams, Fiber 11 grams, Protein 58 grams, Sugar 11 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the right tortillas: Corn tortillas are preferred for enchiladas, as they hold up well to being filled and rolled. You can use flour tortillas if you prefer, but they tend to be softer and more prone to tearing.
  • Use a flavorful filling: The filling is the star of the show in enchiladas, so make sure it's flavorful and well-spiced. You can use chicken, beef, pork, vegetables, or a combination of proteins. Just be sure to season it well with chili powder, cumin, paprika, and other spices.
  • Don't overfill the tortillas: When filling the tortillas, be careful not to overfill them, or they will be difficult to roll and may fall apart. A good rule of thumb is to fill each tortilla with about 1/2 cup of filling.
  • Roll the tortillas tightly: Once the tortillas are filled, roll them up tightly. This will help to keep the filling inside and prevent the enchiladas from falling apart.
  • Use a flavorful sauce: The sauce is another important element of enchiladas. You can use a variety of sauces, such as enchilada sauce, chili sauce, or a homemade tomato sauce. Just be sure the sauce is flavorful and has a good consistency.
  • Garnish the enchiladas: Once the enchiladas are baked, garnish them with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include cheese, sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and cilantro.

Conclusion:

Enchiladas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of fillings and sauces. Whether you like them spicy or mild, meaty or vegetarian, there's an enchilada recipe out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, or a fun and festive party food, give enchiladas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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