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Turkey enchilada casserole

Recipe Information

Description:
Turkey enchilada casserole is a delicious Mexican recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 25 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 35 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 10 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 10
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 25 Minutes
Total Time 35 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Turkey
Category Poultry
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican; American; Fusion
Cook Method Sautéing; Baking
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds ground turkey breast

  • 1/2 cup chopped onion

  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic

  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil

  • 1 can (29 ounce) red enchilada sauce

  • Salt

  • 12 corn tortillas (6-inch)

  • 2 cups shredded reduced-fat jack cheese

  • Chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

  • Set an oven to 425°F.

  • In a pan over high heat, cook the turkey breast, onion, garlic, oregano, and cumin in oil until the turkey is lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Add one cup of the red enchilada sauce and salt to taste.

  • Cut each tortilla in half. Line a casserole dish with the tortilla halves, overlapping if necessary to cover the bottom.

  • Sprinkle 1/4 of the cheese over the tortilla layer. Spread 1/3 of the seasoned turkey blend and 1/4 of remaining enchilada sauce on top of the cheese. Repeat until the ingredients run out.

  • Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the casserole is hot all the way through. Garnish with chopped cilantro.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 249 cal

  • Total fat: 6g

  • Saturated fat: 3g

  • Cholesterol: 58mg

  • Sodium: 1,048mg

  • Carbohydrate: 23g

  • Fiber: 2g

  • Protein: 27g