Delicious Baked Ground Turkey Enchiladas with White Sauce
Savor homemade Baked Ground Turkey Enchiladas with White Sauce, a comforting and nutritious meal perfect for weeknights.
Equipment
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- - Large bowl
- microwave
- Whisk
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1 lb Ground Turkey Opt for 93/7 for moisture and flavor.
- 4 oz Chilies Choose mild or hot as per preference.
- 1 cup Sour Cream Divided; using quality brands enhances flavor.
- 1 tsp Cumin Infuses a warm aroma.
- 1 tsp Ancho Chili Powder Gives a rich, smoky depth.
- 4 Green Onions Use both white and green parts.
- 0.25 cup Cilantro Finely chopped.
For the Enchiladas
- 2.75 cups Monterey Jack Cheese Choose freshly shredded for the best result.
- 12 Flour Tortillas Warming prevents cracking.
For the White Sauce
- 1.5 cups Heavy Cream Forms the luscious base.
- 0.5 cup Salsa Verde Delivers tanginess and spice.
- 0.5 tsp Garlic Powder Amplifies flavor.
Instructions
How to Make Baked Ground Turkey Enchiladas
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, chopped green onions, cilantro, chilies, spices, and 0.5 cup of sour cream. Mix gently, then season to taste.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the remaining sour cream, heavy cream, salsa verde, cumin, garlic powder, and seasoning until smooth.
- Place the tortillas in the microwave for about 30 seconds each.
- Spoon 1/3 cup of the turkey mixture onto each tortilla. Roll them tightly and place them seam-side down in the greased baking dish.
- Pour the creamy white sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
- Let your enchiladas rest for about 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Garnish with fresh cilantro or sliced avocado for added flavor.