Savor the taste of these delicious high-protein turkey enchiladas, inspired by Mexican cuisine. Featuring a savory blend of ground turkey, refried beans, and a flavorful mix of seasonings, these enchiladas are wrapped in gluten-free tortillas, topped with rich enchilada sauce and melty cheese, then baked to perfection. Quick to prepare and perfect for a nourishing family meal!
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Ingredients
🫒 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
🧅 1 medium white onion, diced
🍗 1 lb ground turkey
🫘 1 (15-16 oz) can refried beans
💧 1/4 - 1/2 cup water
🧀 1-1.5 cups shredded cheese, Monterey Jack or mild cheddar
🌮 Gluten-free tortillas, 5-6 count
🥫 1 (10-12 oz) can store-bought enchilada sauce
🍃 Small bunch of cilantro, chopped
🧄 Garlic cloves, minced, quantity to taste
🌶️ Taco seasoning, to taste
Instructions
1- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2- Prepare the Turkey Mixture:
- In a stainless steel frying pan, drizzle some olive oil and heat over medium flame.
- Add the diced onion and ground turkey to the pan.
- Use a meat chopper/masher to break up the turkey. Cook until browned.
3- Add Additional Ingredients:
- Stir in the refried beans, carefully adding water and minced garlic.
- Add taco seasoning to taste, stirring well with a wooden spoon until the mixture is thoroughly combined and heated.
4- Shred the Cheese:
- Using a box grater, shred your choice of cheese.
5- Fill and Roll Tortillas:
- Lay each gluten-free tortilla flat on a cutting board.
- Spoon a generous portion of the turkey-bean mixture onto the center of each tortilla.
- Sprinkle the grated cheese over the filling.
- Roll up each tortilla tightly and place seam-side down in an oven-safe baking dish.
6- Top with Sauce and Cheese:
- Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas.
- Heavily sprinkle more shredded cheese over the sauce.
7- Bake the Enchiladas:
- Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden, about 15-20 minutes.
- Carefully remove the dish using an oven mitt.
8- Garnish and Serve:
- Garnish the enchiladas with freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 3 (One serving has 2 enchiladas)
Calories: 670
Protein: 42g
Fat: 36g
Carbohydrates: 46g
Fiber: 7g
Equipment:
- Stainless steel frying pan
- Meat chopper/masher
- Wooden spoon
- Box grater
- Cutting board
- Oval white ceramic baking dish, model similar to Pyrex
- Oven
- Oven mitt
- Serving spatula
- Dinner plate
- Fork
Cooking Tips
- Substitute ground chicken or beef for a different protein option.
- Store-bought enchilada sauce saves time without sacrificing flavor.
- Adjust garlic and taco seasoning to match your personal spice preference.
- Perfect for meal prep; leftover enchiladas retain their flavor when reheated.
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