Easy Ground Turkey Enchiladas
Perfect for any dinner, this savory dish can be adjusted to satisfy any spice and flavor level. This recipe uses simple ingredients and is a family favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp oil I use olive oil but you can use whichever oil you prefer.
- 1/2 yellow onion
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 tbsp minced garlic I use pre-minced garlic but garlic cloves or garlic powder also work.
- 2 tbsps tomato paste
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 pack burrito-sized tortillas I typically use 5 burrito tortillas for each dish.
- 2 10oz cans of red enchilada sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey jack cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the over to 400°F. Spray or grease a 13x9 baking dish.
- Evenly spread one can of red enchilada sauce into the bottom of the baking dish.
- Mince the onion and garlic.
- Heat the oil over medium-high heat and add the garlic and onion, sautéing for 2-3 minutes.
- Add the ground turkey to the skillet along with the oregano, ground cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper, stirring frequently.
- Cook for 5-7 minutes until ground turkey is browned.
- Add the chicken broth and tomato paste, bringing to a boil. Cook for another 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat.
- On a cutting board or surface, lay out a tortilla and add 3 tablespoons of the ground turkey mixture to the center.
- Roll the tortilla and place seam-side down in the baking dish. Continue until the baking dish is full.
- Evenly pour the remaining can of red enchilada sauce over the tortillas.
- Evenly sprinkle the cheeses over the enchiladas and sauce.
- Place in the oven for 18-20 minutes or until cheese is slightly browned and bubbly.
- Let the dish cool for a few minutes after removing from the oven and top with your favorite toppings.