Best Spicy Turkey Enchilada Casserole Recipes

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TURKEY ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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An easy Tex-Mex casserole for those post holiday turkey leftovers! Feel free to use shredded chicken the rest of the year.

Provided by Liz Berg

Categories     300+ Entree Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups shredded leftover turkey (may use cooked shredded chicken as an alternative)
1/2 cup diced onion
1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano leaves or 2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 large can red enchilada sauce (I used three small 10 ounce cans good quality enchilada sauce)
Salt
12 small corn tortillas
2 cups shredded Monterey jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saute pan, cook turkey, onion, bell pepper, garlic, oregano, and cumin in oil until the vegetables are soft. Stir in 1 cup enchilada sauce. Taste for seasoning and add salt if needed. Cut tortillas in half. Layer 1/4 of the tortillas on the bottom of the casserole, then 1/4 of the cheese, 1/3 of the turkey mixture, 1/4 of the remaining enchilada sauce. Repeat these layers two more times, then finish off with the rest of the tortillas, sauce and cheese. Preheat oven to 425°. Bake until cheese is melted and casserole is hot in the center, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 358 calories, Carbohydrate 27 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 83 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 17 grams fat, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 26 grams protein, SaturatedFat 9 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 479 grams sodium, Sugar 3 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams unsaturated fat

SPICY GROUND TURKEY ENCHILADAS



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I like to get inspired by recipes and then tweak them into my own fabulous creations. Unsure of what to make for Sunday dinner, but needing a quick and economical solution to my dilemma, I came up with these. I served these with a salad that was topped with a fresh pineapple and fresh cilantro vinaigrette I concocted. I hope you love them as much as we did! This is a great idea to use up that left over rice. Also leave out the turkey for a vegetarian option.

Provided by mystikal2314

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 8 Enchiladas, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 lb lean ground turkey
1 teaspoon oil
1 1/4 ounces taco seasoning mix
1 red onion, finely diced
1 green pepper, finely diced
8 small sun-dried tomatoes (optional)
16 ounces salsa, chunky
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can green chilies, chopped, divided (optional)
1 (4 1/2 ounce) can jalapeno peppers, chopped (optional)
1 (16 ounce) can corn (optional)
1 (16 ounce) can black beans (or beans of your choice)
1 cup cooked rice (great idea for left over rice)
8 tortillas, whole wheat
2 cups cheese, divided (I recommend Mexican or Taco Blend)
6 ounces black olives, sliced for topping
8 ounces sour cream, for topping
1 bunch fresh cilantro, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Begin to brown the ground turkey in a frying pan. (make sure it is big enough to fit the rest of the diced vegetables).
  • Stir in all the veggies and let them cook down.
  • Add the taco seasoning mix as directed on the package. If you like cilantro you can add it to your taste at this point.
  • Heat your oven to 350 degrees.
  • Once the meat is cooked and the veggies have softened, you can add the canned peppers, beans, corn and about 1/4 of the salsa.
  • Lightly grease the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • Fill each tortilla with turkey mixture and your cooked rice and sprinkle with cheese before folding.
  • Fold tortillas over the filling and place seam-side down in the prepared pan.
  • Pour the rest of your salsa over the top evenly over the enchiladas. Cover with the remaining cheese.
  • Sprinkle the reserved chopped green chilies and the sliced olives on top of the cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until filling is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbling, about 25 -30 minutes.
  • Top with sour cream and fresh chopped cilantro and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1183.8, Fat 51.7, SaturatedFat 21.4, Cholesterol 145.5, Sodium 2549, Carbohydrate 125, Fiber 16, Sugar 10.2, Protein 57.4

SPICY ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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This zippy Mexican casserole is a real winner at our house. It's so flavorful and filling, we usually just accompany it with rice and black beans. If your family has spicier tastes, increase the chili powder and use a medium or hot salsa.-Julie Huffman, New Lebanon, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 2 casseroles (4 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
1 cup water
2 to 3 tablespoons chili powder
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups salsa, divided
10 flour tortillas (8 inches), cut into 3/4-inch strips, divided
1 cup sour cream
2 cans (15-1/4 ounces each) whole kernel corn, drained
4 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, chili powder, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes. , Place 1/4 cup salsa in each of two greased 8-in. square baking dishes. Top each with a fourth of the tortillas and 1/4 cup salsa. , Divide the meat mixture, sour cream and corn between the two casseroles. Top with remaining tortillas, salsa and cheese. , Cover and freeze one casserole for up to 1 month. Cover and bake second casserole at 350° for 35 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through. , To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator for 24 hours. Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake as directed above.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 592 calories, Fat 26g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 94mg cholesterol, Sodium 1535mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

TURKEY ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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Every time I make this for guests, I end up sharing my recipe!-Debra Martin of Belleville, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound lean ground turkey
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (15 ounces each) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Mexican stewed tomatoes
1 teaspoon each onion powder, garlic powder and ground cumin
12 corn tortillas (6 inches)
2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick saucepan coated with cooking spray, cook turkey, green pepper and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain. Stir in beans, salsa, tomato sauce, tomatoes, onion powder, garlic powder and cumin. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes., Preheat oven to 350°. Spread 1 cup meat sauce into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with six tortillas. Spread with half the remaining meat sauce; sprinkle with 1 cup cheese. Layer with remaining tortillas and meat sauce., Cover and bake 20 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until bubbly and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 936mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

EASY TURKEY ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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This Easy Turkey Enchilada Casserole is loaded with ground turkey, corn, pinto beans, tortillas and an easy homemade enchilada sauce

Provided by Deborah

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 21

4 tablespoons olive oil or canola oil
1/2 cup yellow onion, finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground oregano
1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes
1 8-oz can low sodium tomato sauce
1 cup chicken broth
3 cups red enchilada sauce
12 corn tortillas
2 15-ounce cans pinto beans or black beans, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup frozen corn kernels
1 pound ground turkey
1-1/2 to 2 cups shredded Monterrey Jack or Mexican blend cheese
1 Roma tomato, chopped
2 green onions, sliced
1/8 cup purple onions, slivered
1/4 cup black olives, sliced
1/4 cup cilantro, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Lightly coat a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  • Pour 1 cup enchilada sauce in the bottom of the baking dish and spread evenly.
  • Add a layer of 4 tortillas to the top of the sauce.
  • Sprinkle 1 cup pinto beans and 1/2 cup corn and distribute evenly over the tortillas.
  • Add 1/2 of the cooked ground turkey meat and 1/2 cup cheese to the top of the beans and corn.
  • Repeat with another layer of tortillas, sauce, beans and corn, turkey and cheese.
  • Add a final layer of tortillas. Spread the remaining sauce over the tortillas. Sprinkle the cheese to the top of the sauce.
  • Cover the pan with aluminum foil, then bake for 20 minutes.
  • Remove pan and remove aluminum foil. Sprinkle the top of the enchiladas with chopped tomato, sliced green onion, slivered purple onion and olives.
  • Return to oven and bake for another 10 minutes.
  • Cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped cilantro.
  • Add the olive oil (or canola oil) to a large pot.
  • Over medium high heat cook the onion, jalapeno and garlic for about 8 to 10 minutes or until soft and cooked evenly.
  • Stir in the chili powder, cumin and oregano.
  • Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce and chicken broth.
  • Blend well and bring the sauce to a simmer.
  • Lower the heat and cook for about 5 to 7 minutes or until the sauce has slightly thickened.Season the sauce with additional salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 799 calories, Carbohydrate 74 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 114 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 38 grams fat, Fiber 20 grams fiber, Protein 46 grams protein, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1, Sodium 1459 grams sodium, Sugar 15 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 21 grams unsaturated fat

TURKEY CLUB ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

1 roasted turkey breast (2 to 2 1/2 pounds cooked breast meat)
2 tablespoons EVOO
3 to 4 ounces center cut smoky bacon or applewood bacon, chopped
4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 jalapeno or Fresno chiles, chopped (seed the chiles for a milder filling)
2 medium or 1 large onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon ground cumin, scant palmful
Freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley leaves, finely chopped
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 lime, juiced
About 1 cup leftover gravy, or turkey or chicken stock
Salt
16 corn tortillas or twelve 6-inch flour tortillas
4 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons flour
2 1/2 cups milk
3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese or combo of Monterey and Pepper Jack
3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese or combo of Monterey and Pepper Jack
One 4-ounce tin diced green chiles, well drained
Chopped or shredded iceberg or Romaine heart lettuce
Diced avocado with lime juice
Seeded diced tomatoes
Chopped red onion or scallions
Creme fraiche or Mexican crema or sour cream, for dolloping

Steps:

  • Coarsely chop the turkey meat and pulse process in a food processor into a fine chop.
  • Heat a large, deep skillet over medium to medium-high heat with the EVOO, a couple turns of the pan. Add the bacon and render until crispy. Add the garlic, chiles and onions. Season with cumin and some pepper. Saute until tender, about 10 minutes. Add the turkey, cilantro, tomatoes and lime juice. Then add the gravy or stock to moisten. Warm through and season with salt. Remove from the heat.
  • Char the tortillas and blister in a hot dry skillet or over an open flame on a gas burner, 30 to 40 seconds per side.
  • In a sauce pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Then whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the milk, and season with salt and pepper. Cook the mixture until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon. Stir in two-thirds of the cheese to melt, then stir in the green chiles.
  • Fill the tortillas with the turkey and bacon mixture and arrange in a large baking dish. Pour the sauce evenly over the enchiladas. Then top with the remaining cheese. Cool and store for a make-ahead meal.
  • To bake the enchiladas, bring to room temperature and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Bake the enchiladas until brown and bubbly, about 40 minutes if from the fridge, or 20 to 25 minutes if still warm from the initial preparation.
  • Serve and top the enchiladas with lettuce, avocado, lime, tomatoes, onions and creme fraiche.

SPICY TURKEY ENCHILADA CASSEROLE



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Ground turkey seasoned with chili powder and ground cumin gives this easy-to-make enchilada casserole its hearty appeal.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 lb. 93%-fat-free ground turkey
1/2 cup chopped onions
1 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1 can (15.5 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed
1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chiles, undrained
1 cup sour cream
2 Tbsp. flour
1/4 tsp. garlic powder
8 corn tortillas (6 inch)
1 can (10 oz.) enchilada sauce
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Hot Habanero Cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Cook turkey, onions, chili powder and cumin in large nonstick skillet until turkey is done, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat. Stir in beans and chiles.
  • Mix sour cream, flour and garlic powder until blended.
  • Cover bottom of 13x9-inch baking dish sprayed with cooking spray with 4 tortillas, cutting as necessary to fit; top with layers of half each of the turkey mixture, sour cream mixture and enchilada sauce. Repeat layers.
  • Bake 30 min. or until heated through. Top with cheese; bake 5 min. until melted. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Sodium 400 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 15 g

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