Pheasant Enchiladas

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 16
Pheasant Enchiladas, perfect Mexican style recipe for your dinner
in Mexican

Prep

45 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

85 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 pheasant breast , halves
1 can tomatoes , chopped
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 can chopped green chilies
1 cup chopped onions or 1 cup onion salt
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
12 corn tortillas

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
500
Sugar
4g
Fat
26g
Pheasant enchiladas are a unique twist on classic Mexican fare. The combination of shredded pheasant and bold spices and vegetables like green chilies and onions make for a mouth-watering and satisfying dish. Once baked, the tortillas become soft and pliable, making them the perfect vessel for the flavorful pheasant and sauce. This dish is a perfect choice for dinner parties or family gatherings, as it can easily be prepared in advance and baked just before serving. Use of unique ingredients can make this dish perfect for introducing an uninformed crowd to traditional Mexican dishes. It's a sure delight with a mixture of taste and presentations.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.Cook the pheasant breasts in boiling water until fully cooked.
3.Let the pheasant cool and then shred it.
4.In a large bowl, mix together the chopped tomatoes, cream of chicken soup, chopped green chilies, chopped onions or onion salt, and ground cumin and garlic powder.
5.In a greased 9x13 baking dish, spoon a little bit of the sauce to cover the bottom.
6.Dip each tortilla in the sauce and then place the shredded pheasant on top of the tortilla, roll it up, and then place it seam-side down in the baking dish.
7.Once all of the tortillas have been filled and rolled up, pour the remaining sauce on top and sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
8.Bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

Pheasant enchiladas are a delicious and unique way to enjoy Mexican food.

The shredded pheasant is a lean and flavorful protein source, and the combination of the tomatoes, green chilies, and spices in the sauce make for a bold and satisfying flavor.

CONS

While pheasant is lean, it can be difficult to find and may not be a viable option for all home cooks.

Additionally, this dish is fairly calorie-dense due to the tortillas and cheese, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pheasant is a lean protein source that can be a great option for those looking to increase their protein intake without consuming too much fat.
The spices in this dish, specifically cumin and garlic powder, have been linked to improving digestion and reducing inflammation.

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