Best 5 Santa Fe Enchiladas Recipes

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If you are looking for a satisfying and flavorful meal that combines the zesty flavors of Mexican cuisine with the convenience of a casserole, look no further than the Santa Fe enchilada. This delectable dish features corn tortillas filled with a savory blend of seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, and a creamy sauce infused with the authentic spices of the Southwest. Topped with melted cheese and baked until golden brown, these enchiladas offer a mouthwatering combination of textures and a fiesta of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SANTA FE ENCHILADAS



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"These flavorful enchiladas are my sister's favorite - she requests them whenever we get together," writes Lisa Zamora of Beloit, Wisconsin. This meaty main dish is cooked in the microwave, so it's done in a jiffy.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste
1 cup water
1 envelope taco seasoning
10 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
1 jar (8 ounces) process cheese sauce
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies

Steps:

  • Crumble beef into a large microwave-safe bowl; stir in onion. Cover and microwave on high for 3-5 minutes or until meat is no longer pink, stirring every 1 minute; drain. Stir in the tomato paste, water and taco seasoning. Cover and cook on high for 1-2 minutes or until heated through, stirring once. , Spoon about 1/3 cup meat mixture down the center of each tortilla; roll up tightly. Place seam side down in a greased shallow 2-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish. Set remaining meat mixture aside. , In a microwave-safe bowl, combine cheese sauce and chilies. Cover and microwave on high for 40 seconds; stir. Pour over tortillas. , Spoon remaining meat mixture down the center of tortillas. Cover and cook on high for 3 to 3-1/2 minutes or until heated through. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 609 calories, Fat 25g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 2081mg sodium, Carbohydrate 54g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 40g protein.

SANTA FE ENCHILADAS



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Make and share this Santa Fe Enchiladas recipe from Food.com.

Provided by rickoholic83

Categories     Breakfast

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons vegetable oil, plus more for the eggs
1 medium onion, sliced
3 -4 garlic cloves, chopped
1 -2 small jalapeno, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon sugar
salt
1 (28 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
9 corn tortillas
2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded
4 -6 large eggs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Cook the onions, garlic, jalapeños, cumin, oregano, sugar and some salt until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomatoes and simmer until the mixture thickens, about 10 minutes.
  • Char the tortillas slightly over the flame of a gas burner or in a dry skillet, if using an electric stove top.
  • Layer some tomato sauce mixture in the bottom of a medium casserole dish then top with a few tortillas (3-4) and 1/3 of the cheese.
  • Repeat this ending with cheese on top.
  • Take the remaining tortilla, roughly chop it up and scatter over the cheese.
  • Bake until browned and the sauce is bubbling around the edges.
  • Heat about 1/4-inch of vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-low heat.
  • Fry 4 eggs in the oil, spooning the oil over the tops of the eggs to cook them without flipping.
  • Cut the casserole into 4-6 servings and top each one with a fried egg and a little salt.

SANTA FE CHICKEN ENCHILADA STEW



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Warm up with this enchilada-inspired Southwestern stew, made with chicken, veggies and beans in a creamy broth, topped with the perfect amount of crunch.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 corn tortillas (6 inch), cut into strips
1 tsp. oil
1 tub (8 oz.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread
1 cup plus 2 Tbsp. milk, divided
2 Tbsp. (about 1/2 of 1-oz. pkg.) TACO BELL® Taco Seasoning Mix
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 can (15 oz.) black beans, rinsed
1 can (11 oz.) corn with red and green bell peppers, drained
1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F.
  • Toss tortilla strips with oil; spread into single layer on rimmed baking sheet. Bake 10 to 12 min. or until crisp, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, mix cream cheese spread, 2 Tbsp. milk and taco seasoning until blended. Cook chicken in large saucepan sprayed with cooking spray on medium-high heat 8 to 10 min. or until done, stirring frequently. Stir in cream cheese mixture, remaining milk, beans, corn and tomatoes; simmer on medium-low heat 6 to 8 min. or until heated through, stirring frequently.
  • Serve topped with tortilla strips and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 620 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 27 g

ENCHILADAS SANTA FE



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My adaptation of a great recipe from Baja Cantina in Park City, Utah. Don't miss out on experiencing these yummy enchiladas for yourself!

Provided by Debs Recipes

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb boneless chicken breast, diced
1 dash garlic salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
8 (8 inch) flour tortillas
5 ounces cream cheese, softened
5 ounces fresh spinach leaves, chopped
1 medium red onion, diced
1 large ripe tomatoes, diced
1 (15 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
1 cup grated Mexican blend cheese

Steps:

  • Saute chicken in vegetable oil with garlic salt until just done.
  • Spread each tortilla with cream cheese; divide chicken, spinach, onion, and tomatoes between tortillas; roll enchiladas and place seam-side down in 9x13" baking dish that has been lightly sprayed with no-stick cooking spray.
  • Pour enchilada sauce evenly over enchiladas then top with grated cheese; bake at 350° degrees for 15 minutes until cheese is melted.
  • NOTE: Only six of these thick enchiladas will fit in my 9x13" baking dish, and so I also use a large loaf pan to hold the last two.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 444.6, Fat 22.4, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 73.2, Sodium 1112.1, Carbohydrate 37.5, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 7.2, Protein 22.8

HEALTHY LIVING SANTA FE ENCHILADA BAKE



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You ordinarily roll enchiladas, but in this good-for-you, easy-prep casserole-you layer. We tipped a hat to Santa Fe by adding peppers, corn and onions!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2 large green peppers, chopped
1 large onion, chopped
1 jar (16 oz.) TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen corn
12 whole wheat tortillas (6 inch)
1 cup BREAKSTONE'S Reduced Fat Sour Cream
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Mexican Style 2% Milk Finely Shredded Cheddar Jack Cheese
2 cups shredded lettuce
2 cups chopped tomatoes

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Cook and stir chicken, peppers and onions in large nonstick skillet on medium heat 8 to 10 min. or until chicken is done. Stir in salsa and corn.
  • Cover bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray with 6 tortillas; cover with layers of half each of the chicken mixture, sour cream and cheese. Repeat layers; cover.
  • Bake 40 min. or until heated through, uncovering for the last 10 min. Top with lettuce and tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330, Fat 10 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 620 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 24 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of fresh, flavorful ingredients.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices and herbs.
  • Make sure your enchilada sauce is delicious and flavorful.
  • Use a variety of fillings for your enchiladas, such as chicken, beef, cheese, or vegetables.
  • Top your enchiladas with a generous amount of cheese and sauce.
  • Bake your enchiladas until they are hot and bubbly.
  • Serve your enchiladas with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, or salsa.

Conclusion:

Santa Fe enchiladas are a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. With a variety of fillings and toppings to choose from, there is sure to be a Santa Fe enchilada recipe that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying meal, give Santa Fe enchiladas a try.

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