Chicken or Turkey-Mushroom Enchiladas

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 3
Delicious Chicken or Turkey-Mushroom Enchiladas recipe for a filling and satisfying meal
in Mexican

Prep

30 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

1 hr 15 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 cans cream of chicken soup , undiluted
1 cup sour cream
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese
2 teaspoons seasoning salt ( or to taste )
1/2 teaspoon black pepper ( or to taste )
3 -4 tablespoons butter
2 medium onions , finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic
1 red bell pepper , seeded and finely ( or use green )
2 -3 teaspoons chili powder ( can use more )
4 cups cubed cooked chicken ( or use cooked turkey )
1 can mushroom pieces , drained ( hand-squeeze out excess water in the mushrooms before using )
1 can green chilies , undrained
seasoning salt
8 flour tortillas
2 cups grated cheddar cheese ( can use more )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
550
Sugar
4g
Fat
32g
Chicken or Turkey-Mushroom Enchiladas are a classic Mexican dish that are sure to satisfy any craving for comfort food. The dish consists of tender chicken or turkey, mushrooms, and green chiles, all rolled up inside a warm tortilla and covered in a creamy sauce. These enchiladas are perfect for a weeknight dinner and can be served with a side of rice and beans. For those who are vegetarian, the chicken and turkey can be substituted with tofu or additional vegetables. This dish is perfect for sharing with family and friends, and is sure to become a favorite in any household.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.In a large bowl, mix together cream of chicken soup, sour cream, grated cheddar cheese, seasoning salt, and black pepper.
3.In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat. Add onions, garlic, and bell pepper and cook until vegetables are soft, about 5 minutes.
4.Add chili powder, cooked chicken or turkey, mushroom pieces, green chiles, and additional seasoning salt to the skillet. Stir until well combined.
5.Spread 1/2 cup of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla. Roll up tightly and place seam-side down in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
6.Pour remaining chicken mixture over the enchiladas. Sprinkle with additional cheddar cheese.
7.Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
8.Serve hot and enjoy!

PROS

These enchiladas are filling and satisfying, and can be made with either chicken or turkey.

The recipe is easy to follow and can be prepared in advance for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

The ingredients are easy to find and can be tailored to your liking.

CONS

These enchiladas are high in calories and sodium, due to the use of cream of chicken soup and cheddar cheese.

They are also not gluten-free, due to the use of flour tortillas.

Some people may not enjoy the strong flavor of mushrooms in this recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these enchiladas are not particularly healthy, they do provide a good source of protein from the chicken or turkey.
The use of mushrooms in the recipe adds additional nutrients and fiber.
To make this recipe healthier, you could use low-sodium cream of chicken soup, reduced-fat sour cream and cheddar cheese, and whole wheat tortillas.

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