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Spicy Leftover Turkey Enchiladas

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Transform leftover cooked turkey into a zesty, spicy Tex-Mex casserole that tastes like a treat.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked, shredded turkey
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce (medium or hot)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 8 flour tortillas (8-inch)
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream, for topping (optional)
  • Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded turkey, cooked onion and garlic mixture, enchilada sauce, chili powder, cumin, and oregano. Stir well to coat the turkey evenly.
  4. Warm the tortillas briefly in the microwave or a dry skillet to make them pliable. This prevents tearing when rolling.
  5. Dip each tortilla briefly into the chicken broth to soften it slightly.
  6. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the turkey mixture down the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle a small amount of cheese over the filling.
  7. Roll the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
  8. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top.
  9. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
  10. Let the enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving. Top with sour cream and cilantro, if desired.

Notes

  • If you do not have leftover turkey, you can substitute 3 cups of cooked, shredded chicken.
  • For a spicier kick, add 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the turkey mixture.
  • If you are planning meals for the week, this recipe is a great alternative to using meal planning services.

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