Kelly’s Enchiladas

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 14
Tasty and healthy Kelly's Enchiladas recipe for a perfect weeknight dinner
in Main

Prep

25 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 pound lean ground turkey
2 large carrots , grated
2 tablespoons dried minced onion
1 diced fresh jalapeno pepper , or to taste
1 package taco seasoning mix
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup water
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1 can condensed cream of chicken soup
2 cups shredded queso quesadilla ( Mexican melting cheese )
7 flour tortillas
1/2 can red enchilada sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
7
Calories
425
Sugar
4g
Fat
20g
Kelly's Enchiladas are a flavorful and healthy take on classic enchiladas. The ground turkey paired with the creamy Greek yogurt makes this recipe a delicious and high protein meal that can be enjoyed any night of the week. The addition of grated carrots adds extra nutrition to this recipe while the enchilada sauce and queso quesadilla cheese provide the perfect amount of spice and cheesiness. Serve with a side of rice and beans for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2.Cook and stir ground turkey, grated carrots, and dried minced onion in a large skillet over medium-high heat until turkey is browned and carrots are tender, about 10 minutes.
3.Add diced jalapeno pepper, taco seasoning mix, kosher salt, and water to the skillet; stir well. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 10 minutes.
4.In a medium bowl, mix together Greek yogurt and cream of chicken soup.
5.Spread 1/2 can of enchilada sauce evenly in prepared baking dish.
6.Spread about 1/4 cup cream of chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla; top with about 1/3 cup turkey mixture and 1/4 cup shredded cheese.
7.Roll tortillas around the filling and place seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
8.Pour remaining 1/2 can of enchilada sauce over tortillas; spread evenly. Spread remaining cream of chicken mixture over enchilada sauce.
9.Sprinkle remaining shredded cheese over the top of enchiladas.
10.Cover with aluminum foil.
11.Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking until cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10 minutes more.

PROS

This recipe is a healthier version of classic enchiladas as it uses lean ground turkey and plain Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.

It is a delicious and satisfying meal that can be easily customized to your personal preference by adding more or less spice.

Enchiladas can be made ahead and reheated when ready to serve.

CONS

This recipe can be high in sodium due to the use of packaged taco seasoning mix and condensed cream of chicken soup.

Flour tortillas may not be suitable for people on a gluten-free diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is high in protein and can be a good source of nutrients, such as vitamin A and calcium, depending on the type of cheese used.
The use of lean ground turkey and Greek yogurt can also help reduce fat and calories compared to traditional enchiladas.

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