Easy Leftover Turkey Enchiladas
A quick and delicious way to transform leftover turkey into flavorful enchiladas with cheesy layers and a zesty sauce.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 4 ½-5 cups leftover cooked turkey (chopped)
- 4 oz fire-roasted diced green chili peppers
- 1 ½ tbsp taco seasoning (I like Siete)
- ½ yellow onion chopped
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 9 medium gluten-free tortillas 8 inch tortillas (3 for each layer, you will have 3 layers)
- 3 cups shredded cheddar (or dairy-free cheese)
- ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese (or dairy-free cheese)
- to taste Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 3 ¼ cups red enchilada sauce (I like Siete)
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 2 tsp lime juice
- ¼ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
Seasonings
- to taste Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch dish.
- Cook turkey, garlic, onion, and chilies in a skillet until fragrant and heated through.
- Mix in enchilada sauce, Greek yogurt, lime zest, lime juice, paprika, salt, and pepper; simmer 5 minutes.
- Layer tortillas, turkey mixture, and cheese in the dish; repeat layers and finish with cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until cheese melts. Rest 5 minutes, then serve topped with sour cream and green onions.
Notes
Use leftover turkey for a quick, hearty meal.