Kittencal’s Enchilada Stack

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 4
Kittencal's Enchilada Stack recipe for your lunch or dinner
in Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

35 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs ground beef or 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
1 large onion , chopped
1 small green bell pepper , seeded and chopped
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic ( or to taste )
seasoned salt and black pepper ( to taste )
1 -2 jalapeno pepper , seeded and finely chopped ( optional or to taste )
1 package taco seasoning mix
1 jar salsa ( mild or spicy )
3 flour tortillas
1 container sour cream ( can use more or less )
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese ( can use more or less )
1 can diced green chilies ( I usually use 2 cans )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
674
Sugar
8g
Fat
50g
Kittencal's Enchilada Stack is a twist on a classic Mexican dish that is easy to make and full of delicious flavors. The layers of tortillas, meat, cheese, sour cream, and salsa make for a beautiful presentation that is sure to impress your guests. This dish is perfect for feeding a crowd and can be customized to your spice preference.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
2.In a skillet, cook the ground beef (or turkey) with the onion, bell pepper, garlic, and jalapeno pepper until the meat is browned and the vegetables are tender, breaking up the meat with a spoon.
3.Add taco seasoning mix and salsa to the skillet, stirring to combine.
4.Spray a 9-inch springform pan with nonstick cooking spray.
5.Place one tortilla in the bottom of the prepared pan, spreading it with sour cream.
6.Spoon 1/3 of the meat mixture on top of the sour cream, sprinkle with shredded cheese, and top with a few of the green chilies.
7.Repeat layers with the remaining ingredients, ending with shredded cheese and green chilies on the top.
8.Bake the enchilada stack in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9.Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before removing the springform pan sides and slicing into wedges.

PROS

This enchilada stack is flavorful, easy to make, and perfect for feeding a crowd.

The spice level can be adjusted to your preference by using mild or spicy salsa and jalapenos.

The layers make for a beautiful presentation.

CONS

This dish is quite high in calories, especially when topped with sour cream and lots of cheese.

It is also quite heavy, so it may not be ideal for those with sensitive stomachs or who are watching their fat intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is a good source of protein from the ground beef (or turkey) and the cheese.
Jalapeno peppers may offer health benefits such as aiding in digestion and boosting metabolism.
However, the high fat and calorie content may not make this a regular menu item for those watching their weight.

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