Best 2 Turkey Cream Cheese Enchiladas Recipes

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Turkey cream cheese enchiladas are a delicious and satisfying dish that combines the flavors of turkey, cream cheese, and enchilada sauce. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion and can be easily customized to your liking. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a mouthwatering dish that will be sure to impress your family and friends. In this article, we will provide you with a step-by-step guide to making turkey cream cheese enchiladas, along with tips and tricks to ensure that your dish turns out perfectly. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful turkey enchilada experience.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

TURKEY CREAM CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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I created this recipe as a way to use the leftover turkey from Thanksgiving. My wife liked it so much that it's now become a staple of our after-Thanksgiving days. The turkey can be replaced with chicken and made any other time.

Provided by Josh C.

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 2h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 orange bell pepper, chopped
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 teaspoons ground black pepper
½ teaspoon ground chipotle chile pepper
½ teaspoon ground ancho chile pepper
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 ½ teaspoons paprika
1 cup sour cream
⅓ cup heavy cream
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into pieces
5 cups shredded cooked turkey
2 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce, or to taste
22 (6 inch) corn tortillas
1 cup vegetable oil for frying
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease 2 9x12 inch baking pans.
  • Heat the butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in the onion and chopped green, yellow, and orange bell peppers; cook and stir until the peppers have softened and onion has turned translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the kosher salt, black pepper, chipotle pepper, ancho pepper, cumin, and paprika. Cook and stir until seasonings start to become fragrant, about 5 more minutes.
  • Pour in the sour cream and heavy cream, and add the cream cheese. Stir well to combine, and cook over low heat until mixture is heated through and creamy, about 5 minutes. Remove pan from heat and allow mixture to cool about 10 to 15 minutes. Divide mixture, and reserve half for topping.
  • Combine shredded turkey with 2 1/2 cups of shredded Cheddar cheese in a large bowl. Add in half of the cooled cream and pepper mixture, and stir lightly to mix. Set aside.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until the oil is hot but not smoking, about 2 minutes. Slide one tortilla at a time into the oil and allow to heat through, about 20 to 30 seconds, until the tortilla is hot and pliable. Stack the warmed tortillas and cover to retain heat.
  • To assemble the enchiladas, place 1/4 cup of creamy turkey filling in a line down the center of each tortilla, roll the tortillas, and lay 11 enchiladas, seam sides down, into each prepared baking dish. Top each dish with half of the reserved cream and pepper mixture. Bake the pans in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until enchiladas are heated through and sauce begins to brown and bubble.
  • Remove the pans from the oven, sprinkle each with about 3/4 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese, and return to the oven to finish baking, about 15 more minutes, until topping is melted, browned, and bubbling. Let stand about 10 minutes to rest before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 571.2 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 129.5 mg, Fat 38 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 19.8 g, Sodium 717 mg, Sugar 2 g

SPINACH, CREAM CHEESE AND TURKEY ENCHILADAS



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The taste of these enchiladas is delicious with the combination of spinach and cream cheese. Enjoy them.

Provided by pink cook

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
1/2 onion, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (10 ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and drained
2 cups chunky salsa
1 (8 ounce) can diced tomatoes
12 flour tortillas
1 cup Mexican blend cheese
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, low-fat

Steps:

  • Cook ground turkey in skillet with chopped onion and garlic over medium heat until no longer pink.
  • Add drained spinach and 1 cup of salsa to turkey meat. Cook about 5 minutes until all liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and add cream cheese. Mix until melted.
  • Lay flour tortilla flat and place 1/3 cup meat mix, roll and place in greased 13x9 inch pan with flat side up.
  • Bake for 20 minutes at 350ºF. Remove from oven and top with 1 cup salsa mixed with can of diced tomatoes.
  • Top with cheese. Return to oven for 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
  • Serve with refried beans, Mexican rice, sour cream and guacamole.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, gather all of the ingredients and equipment you need. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your enchiladas the best flavor. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't overcook the tortillas: Tortillas should be heated just until they are pliable and slightly browned. Overcooked tortillas will be tough and chewy.
  • Use a flavorful enchilada sauce: The enchilada sauce is the key to great enchiladas. Choose a sauce that is flavorful and has a good balance of spices.
  • Add plenty of cheese: Cheese is what makes enchiladas so rich and decadent. Use a combination of different cheeses, such as cheddar, mozzarella, and Monterey Jack.
  • Top with your favorite toppings: Enchiladas can be topped with a variety of toppings, such as sour cream, salsa, guacamole, and chopped cilantro.

Conclusion:

Turkey cream cheese enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a new recipe to try, give turkey cream cheese enchiladas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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