Garlic Turkey Enchiladas
"This easy turkey enchilada recipe gives you a strong punch of garlic, which is balanced with savory seasonings of sage, cumin and chili powder. The dish offers an ethnic flavor that can add some excitement to a regular American diet. Plus, healthy turkey enchiladas give the perfect balance between a light, nutrient-packed dish and a satisfying comfort food. This can be a great meal when you're in the mood for something different or you have some leftover turkey to use up. You can quickly throw this dish in the oven for a weeknight or dinner party. Once you have it made, it can provide a complete meal by itself. You can also pair it with avocado, salsa, pico de gallo, guacamole or a simple salad to make your meal even heartier."
Serves8
Preparation Time15 min
Cooking Time1 hr
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 4 cups cooked turkey, diced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon ground sage
- 1 (14.5-oz) can stewed tomatoes
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Make the enchilada filling first. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add turkey, followed by flour and all spices for the filling. Mix well.
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Stir in tomatoes and their juice. Use a pair of scissors to cut the tomatoes into small pieces. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 15 minutes.
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While the filling is simmering, make the enchilada sauce. In a small saucepan, add garlic and butter. Cook over medium heat until butter is infused and melted. Stir in flour until blended. Gradually stir in broth, stirring constantly.
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Bring the sauce to a boil. Stir in tomato sauce and all the seasonings. Cook until bubbly. Remove from heat.
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Now, heat the oven to 350°F.
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To assemble, pour 1 1/2 cups of the enchilada sauce in a 13×9-inch baking dish and spread to cover the bottom of the dish.