Description
These Cheesy Ground Turkey Enchiladas are packed with seasoned ground turkey, refried beans, and topped with enchilada sauce and gooey cheese! A satisfying gluten-free dinner ready in under an hour—perfect for any busy weeknight.
Ingredients
Scale
- Meat:
- 1 lb ground turkey
- Produce:
- 1 yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- 1 avocado (for serving)
- Canned Goods:
- 1 (7-ounce) can refried beans
- Baking & Spices:
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oils & Vinegars:
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Bread & Baked Goods:
- 8 small tortillas (flour or corn, gluten-free if needed)
- Dairy:
- 1 cup cheddar and mozzarella cheese blend, shredded
- Sour cream (for serving)
- Prepared:
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (homemade or store-bought)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ground turkey:
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sauté until softened. Add the ground turkey, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until turkey is browned and fully cooked.
- Prepare the filling:
- Stir in the refried beans and 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce. Mix well until heated through, then remove from heat.
- Assemble the enchiladas:
- Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spoon 2–3 tbsp of the turkey mixture into the center of each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Add the toppings:
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, ensuring they are evenly coated. Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
- Bake:
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Serve:
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, and a dollop of sour cream. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For gluten-free enchiladas, use corn tortillas.
- Add diced green chilies or jalapeños to the turkey mixture for extra heat.
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
