Beef Or Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Beef Or Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tbsp. Butter or possibly margarine; 2 med Onions, minced; 1 x Garlic clove, chopped; 2 Tbsp. All-purpose flour; 1 c. Chicken broth; 1 c. Lowfat milk; 2 can Minced green chilies, (4 ounces each); 1/4 tsp Salt; 1/4 tsp Grnd cumin; 12 x Flour or possibly corn tortillas; 1 1/2 c. Shredded cooked beef or possibly chicken; 1 c. Shredded Monterey Jack cheese, (4 ounces); 1 c. Shredded cheddar cheese, (4 ounces); 2 x Green onions with tops, thinly sliced Lowfat sour cream Salsa

Servings: persons

1 Tbsp. Butter or possibly margarine
2 med Onions, minced
1 x Garlic clove, chopped
2 Tbsp. All-purpose flour
1 c. Chicken broth
1 c. Lowfat milk
2 can Minced green chilies, (4 ounces each)
1/4 tsp Salt
1/4 tsp Grnd cumin
12 x Flour or possibly corn tortillas
1 1/2 c. Shredded cooked beef or possibly chicken
1 c. Shredded Monterey Jack cheese, (4 ounces)
1 c. Shredded cheddar cheese, (4 ounces)
2 x Green onions with tops, thinly sliced Lowfat sour cream Salsa

1
In a saucepan, heat butter over medium heat.
2
Saut, onion and garlic till onion is tender.
3
Blend in flour.
4
Stir in broth, lowfat milk, chilies, salt and cumin.
5
Cook and stir till thickened and bubbly.
6
Reduce heat; simmer 5 min, stirring occasionally.
7
Set aside.
8
Grease a 13-in.
9
x 9-in.
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x 2-in.
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baking dish.
12
Spoon a little sauce in the center of each tortilla; spread to edges.
13
Place about 2 Tbsp.
14
meat down the center of each tortilla.
15
Combine cheeses; sprinkle 1-2 Tbsp.
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on top of meat.
17
Roll up tortillas and place in baking dish, seam-side down.
18
Pour remaining sauce over.
19
Sprinkle with green onions and remaining cheese.
20
Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 20-30 min or possibly till warm and bubbly.
21
Serve with lowfat sour cream and salsa.

2066

kcal

Calories

Fat

253

Carbs

113

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tbsp. Butter or possibly margarine, 2 med Onions, minced, 1 x Garlic clove, chopped, 2 Tbsp. All-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Beef Or Chicken Enchiladas Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Beef Or Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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