Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to cooking delectable white chicken or turkey enchiladas! This versatile dish, originating from Mexican cuisine, offers a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you prefer the succulent tenderness of chicken or the slightly richer flavor of turkey, we'll provide you with the essential techniques and insider tips to create mouthwatering enchiladas that will be the star of any meal. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and let's dive into the art of creating this classic dish!
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CREAMY WHITE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
These enchiladas freeze beautifully and are fast to make. I like cooking the chicken breasts in my Instant Pot®, although a rotisserie chicken can be used for even faster recipe prep.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Chicken Breast Recipes
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place chicken breasts, water, and onion in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot®). Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 30 minutes. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.
- Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid. Drain off water. Shred chicken using 2 forks. Mix in green chiles.
- Combine chicken mixture with Monterey Jack cheese. Spoon some of the chicken filling into the middle of each tortilla and roll up tightly. Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish; arrange filled tortillas in the dish.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Add water, chicken stock concentrate, and cumin; whisk until smooth. Cook over medium heat until thick and bubbly, about 5 minutes. Stir in Greek yogurt, pepper Jack cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese. Do not boil, as yogurt may curdle.
- Pour sauce over enchiladas in the casserole dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven until cheeses melt, about 22 minutes. Broil on high until top browns, about 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 364.8 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 88.7 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 27.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 475.1 mg, Sugar 2.5 g
CONTEST-WINNING TURKEY ENCHILADAS
My family likes these enchiladas so much that they request a turkey dinner several times a year just so I'll make this dish with the leftovers. I usually double it because I feed three growing boys-two teenagers and my husband! -Beverly Matthews, Pasco, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, combine the first 10 ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat. , Place 1/2 cup turkey mixture down the center of each tortilla; top each with 1 teaspoon enchilada sauce and 1 tablespoon cheese. Roll up and place seam side down in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over top; sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 8-10 minutes longer or until bubbly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 537 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 1367mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
WHITE CHICKEN OR TURKEY ENCHILADAS
I first made these for my family while I was in my teens. They are so different and delicious, that I have made them now for three decades. It's a great way to use leftover chicken or, particularly, turkey.
Provided by Debbie R.
Categories Poultry
Time 50m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Section meat and mix lightly with cream cheese.
- Form into logs about 1 inch in diameter and a little shorter than the diameter of your corn tortillas.
- Stir salt, pepper, vinegar and chili powder into cream. If everyone you're serving like heat, add cayenne pepper to taste.
- Melt butter. Coat both sides of a tortilla generously, then put a chicken/cheese log in the middle of a tortilla and roll up. Lay enchilada in pan (seam side down). Repeat for all tortillas and logs.
- Cover enchiladas with cream mixture and slices of Gruyere.
- Bake at 375 degrees until lightly browned, about 30 minutes. Note that cooking time is only approximate.
- Using evaporated skim milk in place of the cream does not work well. If doubled, add 1 cup milk to cream rather than using 2 cups of cream.
WHITE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS WITH GREEN CHILI & SOUR CREAM SAUCE RECIPE
Simple ingredients and easy-to-follow directions make this an easy weeknight meal. My family basically INHALED them. This is our favorite Enchilada recipe.
Provided by Six Sisters Stuff
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9 x 13 inch pan using non-stick cooking spray.
- Mix cooked chicken, chili powder (optional) and 1 cup of cheese together. Roll up in tortillas and place in pan.
- In a medium sauce pan, melt butter, stir in flour and cook 1 minute. Add broth and whisk until smooth. Heat over medium heat until thick and bubbly.
- Stir in sour cream, chilies, cilantro, onion powder, and garlic powder, and pepper. Make sure that you don't bring this to a boil- you don't want to have curdled sour cream!
- Pour over enchiladas and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake 20-22 minutes and then place under high broil for 3 min to brown the cheese.
WHITE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
Yummy white chicken enchiladas!
Provided by Kylee Brown
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican Main Dishes Enchilada Recipes Chicken
Time 1h25m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Rub chicken breasts on both sides with olive oil, then sprinkle with fajita seasoning, salt, and pepper. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 35 to 40 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove from the oven and allow to cool. Keep oven on.
- Shred chicken, discarding any extra fat or tough bits. Place in a large bowl with nacho dip, onion, 1 can chile peppers, cream cheese, jalapeno, cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, oregano, and salt to taste; mix to combine.
- Combine condensed soup, remaining can of green chile peppers, milk, and Cheddar cheese in a pan over medium heat. Stir to combine and cook until sauce is heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer 1/4 cup sauce to the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Leave remaining sauce in the pan.
- Distribute filling evenly amongst tortillas, then sprinkle 2 tablespoons Mexican cheese on each. Transfer enchiladas to the baking dish and pour remaining sauce over top. Sprinkle with remaining Mexican cheese.
- Return to the oven and bake until cheese is hot and bubbly, about 20 minutes. Serve hot.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 703.3 calories, Carbohydrate 42 g, Cholesterol 132.3 mg, Fat 41.6 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 39.5 g, SaturatedFat 21.2 g, Sodium 1989.6 mg, Sugar 4.7 g
TURKEY ENCHILADAS WITH CREAMY SAUCE
The hearty entree is generously stuffed with cubed turkey, cheese and chilies in a mild creamy sauce. My daughter made this dish for us, and it was excellent.-Leona Therou, Overland Park, Kansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute onion and green pepper in oil until tender; remove from the heat. Stir in the turkey, 1/2 cup of cheese and chilies; set aside. In a large saucepan, combine the sour cream, soup, coriander and cumin. cook and stir over low heat until warm; stir 1/2 cup into the turkey mixture., Spoon about 1/3 cup turkey filling down the center of each tortilla; roll up tightly. Place seam side down in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Spoon remaining soup mixture down center of tortillas. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 474 calories, Fat 25g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 876mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
WHITE CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE RECIPE
We love some good enchiladas. Especially when they are an easy dinner and the kids don't turn up their nose. You will love how quick and simple this White Chicken Enchilada Casserole comes together.
Provided by Camille Beckstrand
Categories Main Course
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large mixing bowl combine the cooked diced chicken, cream of chicken soup, chilis, sour cream, diced onion, milk, garlic salt, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Spray a 9 x 13 inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place chips in the bottom of the baking pan and spoon chicken mixture over chips.
- Top with grated cheese and bake for 30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
- Serve with your favorite toppings (lettuce, tomato, salsa, avocado, hot sauce).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 597 kcal, Carbohydrate 36 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 40 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 98 mg, Sodium 1248 mg, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, flavorful ingredients for the best results. Look for organic or free-range chicken or turkey, and use fresh vegetables and herbs.
- Don't overcook the chicken or turkey: Overcooked meat will be dry and tough. Cook the chicken or turkey until it is just cooked through, then remove it from the heat.
- Make sure the tortillas are warm and pliable: Warm tortillas will be easier to roll and less likely to crack. You can warm them in a microwave or in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fill the tortillas evenly: Don't overfill the tortillas, or they will be difficult to roll and may fall apart. Aim for about 1/2 cup of filling per tortilla.
- Roll the tortillas tightly: Roll the tortillas tightly, starting from the bottom and working your way up. This will help to keep the filling inside.
- Bake the enchiladas until they are golden brown and bubbly: The enchiladas should be baked for about 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and bubbly. This will help to melt the cheese and cook the filling through.
- Serve the enchiladas with your favorite toppings: Serve the enchiladas with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and shredded cheese.
Conclusion:
White chicken or turkey enchiladas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be made with a variety of ingredients. They are perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. With a little planning and preparation, you can make delicious white chicken or turkey enchiladas that your family and friends will love.
Are you curently on diet or you just want to control your food's nutritions, ingredients? We will help you find recipes by cooking method, nutrition, ingredients...
Check it out »
#60-minutes-or-less #time-to-make #course #main-ingredient #cuisine #preparation #north-american #main-dish #poultry #american #mexican #southwestern-united-states #dietary #high-calcium #low-carb #high-in-something #low-in-something #meat
You'll also love