Delectable Crab Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Delectable Crab Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 2.25 oz (63 grm). cans sliced black olives, drained; 2 8 oz (224 grm). pkgs. cream cheese; 1 packet Ranch Dressing mix; 1 4 oz (112 grm). can Green Chiles, diced; 2 cups (475 ml) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded; 1/2 cup (125 ml) Colby cheese, shredded; 8 or more flour tortillas; 1 lb (.5 kg). crabmeat, flaked (can use imitation crab); 5 green onions (with tops), chopped; 1/2 cup (125 ml) and 3 tbsp (45 ml). milk; 1 small red onion, diced; 1/2 tsp (2 ml). white pepper; 1/4 tsp (1 ml). salt; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp (30 ml). butter; lettuce, shredded; tomato, diced; green onion, chopped; cilantro sprigs, optional; black olives, optional

Servings: persons

2 2.25 oz (63 grm). cans sliced black olives, drained
2 8 oz (224 grm). pkgs. cream cheese
1 packet Ranch Dressing mix
1 4 oz (112 grm). can Green Chiles, diced
2 cups (475 ml) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
1/2 cup (125 ml) Colby cheese, shredded
8 or more flour tortillas
1 lb (.5 kg). crabmeat, flaked (can use imitation crab)
5 green onions (with tops), chopped
1/2 cup (125 ml) and 3 tbsp (45 ml). milk
1 small red onion, diced
1/2 tsp (2 ml). white pepper
1/4 tsp (1 ml). salt
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp (30 ml). butter
lettuce, shredded
tomato, diced
green onion, chopped
cilantro sprigs, optional
black olives, optional

1
Put cream cheese in microwave safe bowl.
2
Soften in microwave on the defrost setting until you can stir it smooth.
3
Add ranch dressing mix and 3 tbsp (45 ml).
4
of milk; mix together.
5
Set aside 3/4 cup (175 ml) of cream cheese mixture.
6
In a saucepan melt butter.
7
Add garlic, saute for 2 minutes.
8
Add onion to saucepan and saute until tender.
9
Add shredded crabmeat, green chiles, white pepper and salt to saucepan.
10
Let heat through, stirring occasionally.
11
Fold the crab mixture, black olives and 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) Monterey Jack Cheese into the cream cheese mixture (except for reserved amount).
12
To thin the mixture, add more milk.
13
Spoon filling into flour tortillas, roll up and place seam-side down in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
14
Stir 1/2 cup (125 ml) milk in to the reserved cream cheese mixture.
15
Pour over the top of the enchiladas.
16
Sprinkle with Colby cheese and remaining Monterey Jack cheese.
17
Bake, covered, at 350 degrees (175 C.) for 25 minutes.
18
Uncover and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
19
To serve put shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes on the side (and cilantro, if you want).
20
Sprinkle tops of enchiladas with green onion.
21
If desired, sprinkle with more black olives.

1310

kcal

Calories

Fat

169

Carbs

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 2.25 oz (63 grm). cans sliced black olives, drained, 2 8 oz (224 grm). pkgs. cream cheese, 1 packet Ranch Dressing mix, 1 4 oz (112 grm). can Green Chiles, diced, and more.

Yes, Delectable Crab Enchiladas falls under the Seafood 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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Delectable Crab Enchiladas

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