Best 6 Refried Bean And Lentil Enchiladas Recipes

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Calling all food enthusiasts and culinary explorers! Are you yearning for a delectable dish that combines the richness of refried beans and the earthy goodness of lentils, all harmoniously wrapped in warm and comforting tortillas? Look no further than our comprehensive culinary guide to crafting the ultimate Refried Bean and Lentil Enchiladas. In this step-by-step journey, we will unlock the secrets to creating a flavorful and satisfying meal that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of enchilada assembly, our curated collection of recipes will cater to diverse dietary preferences and cooking styles. So, embark on this culinary adventure with us and discover the secrets to an exceptional Refried Bean and Lentil Enchilada experience!

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REFRIED BEAN ENCHILADAS



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These yummy meatless bundles are so fast and easy to prepare. The recipe, which came from my sister-in-law, is a favorite for both our families. -Carolyn Sykora, Bloomer, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups vegetarian refried beans
1 cup 1% cottage cheese
1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion
12 flour tortillas (6 inches)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the beans, cottage cheese and 1 cup cheddar cheese; set aside. For sauce, in a large nonstick skillet, whisk the oil, flour, chili powder, garlic powder and salt until smooth. Gradually stir in the water, vinegar and onion. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat., Dip both sides of each tortilla into sauce. Place about 1/2 cup bean mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Pour remaining sauce over top; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 729mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

REFRIED BEAN AND CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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Very yummy! I grew up making these with my mom and sisters, and everyone I knew loved them! They're easy to make and incredibly tempting! Add chicken or cilantro if you like. I suggest pairing it with easy-to-make boxed Mexican rice.

Provided by hunni662

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

cooking spray
2 (16 ounce) cans refried beans
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
½ cup chopped onion
12 small corn tortillas
2 (10 ounce) cans red enchilada sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix refried beans, 1 1/2 cup Mexican cheese blend, and onion in a microwave-safe bowl; heat in microwave until cheese is melted, about 1 minute.
  • Stack tortillas, 3 at a time, on a microwave-safe plate; heat in microwave until warmed, about 30 seconds. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Pour enough enchilada sauce onto a small plate to cover. Quickly dip both sides of each tortilla in enchilada sauce. Spoon bean filling down the middle of each dipped tortilla and wrap tortilla around filling. Arrange filled tortillas in the prepared baking dish. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over filled tortillas and sprinkle remaining cheese over sauce layer. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbling and cheese is melted, 35 and 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.8 calories, Carbohydrate 55.4 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 12.4 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 1056 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

REFRIED BEAN AND LENTIL ENCHILADAS



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Make and share this Refried Bean and Lentil Enchiladas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FranniePants

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 10 Enchiladas, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups lentils
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
10 corn tortillas
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese
1 (32 ounce) can enchilada sauce
1 (10 ounce) can olives, cut into slices
1/2 cup jalapeno, cut into slices
1 (6 ounce) can green chilies

Steps:

  • Boil Lentils in water for 15 minutes.
  • Drain water from Lentils and return to pan.
  • Mix Refried Beans, and Green Chiles in with Lentils.
  • Spoon mixture into Corn Tortillas, and roll, placing seam down into a 13x9" pan.
  • Pour full can of Enchilada Sauce on Top and make sure everything is covered.
  • Spread Cheddar Cheese on top.
  • Sprinkle Olives and Jalepenos on top.
  • Cook in the oven at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 717, Fat 25.6, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 44.5, Sodium 3322.5, Carbohydrate 92.9, Fiber 24.6, Sugar 20.8, Protein 34.4

CHICKEN AND RED BEAN ENCHILADAS



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With rotisserie, whole roasted chickens so readily available from carryout shops to grocery stores, otherwise labor intensive dishes can now be prepared on the fly for any weeknight supper. Use what's needed for your recipe, and get creative with the endless possible uses for the leftovers.

Provided by Ben S.

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
1 (15.5 ounce) can small red or pinto beans, drained
2 cups grated pepper Jack cheese
1 medium-large onion
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (14.5 ounce) can chicken broth
3 tablespoons sour cream
12 corn tortillas (about 5 1/2 inches in diameter)
chopped fresh cilantro
hot red pepper sauce

Steps:

  • Adjust oven rack to middle position; heat oven to 375 degrees. In a medium bowl, mix chicken, beans and 1 cup cheese; set aside. Thinly slice 1/2 cup onion; set aside. Finely chop remaining onion.
  • Heat oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add chopped onions and saute until golden, about 5 minutes. Add tomato sauce; simmer until very thick, about 12 minutes. (Stir frequently; reduce heat if sputtering dramatically.) Add broth; bring to simmer. Remove from heat; whisk in sour cream. Stir 1/2 cup sauce into chicken mixture.
  • Spread 1/2 cup sauce in a 13-by-9-inch ovenproof glass dish. Microwave tortillas on high power in a microwave-safe plastic bag until warm, about 1 minute. Fill each tortilla with a heaping 1/4 cup chicken mixture; roll and place in baking dish. Top with remaining sauce and cheese.
  • Bake until bubbly, about 20 minutes. Top with sliced onions and the optional cilantro. Serve hot. Pass pepper sauce separately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.7 calories, Carbohydrate 41.8 g, Cholesterol 92.8 mg, Fat 24.2 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 32.9 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 936.8 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

CHICKEN AND REFRIED BEAN ENCHILADAS



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I got this recipe from Rosarita Refried Beans. It's a nice change from regular enchiladas, and very easy and tasty!

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
2 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded
3 cups chicken, cooked and shredded
1 (30 ounce) can refried beans
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup oil
2 dozen corn tortillas
2 (20 ounce) cans enchilada sauce

Steps:

  • Combine both cheeses.
  • Combine chicken, refried beans and salsa. Add 3 cups of combined cheeses.
  • Heat oil in small skillet.
  • Soften each tortilla in oil, approximately 5 seconds per side. Dip in enchilada sauce.
  • Immediately fill with some of chicken mixture; roll and place in 13x9 pan.
  • Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
  • Top enchiladas with remaining sauce and cheese.
  • Bake at 350º for 20-30 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 937.2, Fat 55.4, SaturatedFat 22.7, Cholesterol 102.7, Sodium 2394.7, Carbohydrate 75.9, Fiber 15.2, Sugar 4.3, Protein 37.5

BEEF & BEAN ENCHILADAS



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These tried-and-true enchiladas are just what you need on rushed weeknights. Myra Innes - Auburn, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound ground beef
2 cans (16 ounces each) refried beans
1-1/2 teaspoons dried minced onion
1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
10 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
1/4 cup chopped onion
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 can (10 ounces) enchilada sauce, warmed
1 can (2-1/2 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes, breaking it into crumbles; drain. Stir in the beans, dried minced onion, chili powder and salt; heat through., Place about 1/3 cup down the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle each with onion and cheese. Fold bottom and sides over filling. Pour sauce over top; garnish with olives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 14g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 993mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

Tips:

  • If you don't have refried beans, you can easily make your own by mashing cooked lentils with a fork or potato masher.
  • To make the enchiladas ahead of time, assemble them and then cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When you're ready to serve, bake them according to the recipe instructions.
  • For a vegetarian version of these enchiladas, omit the chicken. You can also substitute vegetable broth for the chicken broth.
  • To make these enchiladas gluten-free, use gluten-free tortillas.
  • Serve these enchiladas with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and cheese.

Conclusion:

These refried bean and lentil enchiladas are a delicious and easy way to enjoy a classic Mexican dish. They're perfect for a weeknight meal or a potluck party. With their hearty filling and flavorful sauce, these enchiladas are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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