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Shrimp Enchiladas with Creamy Sauce: A Must-Try Recipe!

Delicious shrimp enchiladas topped with a creamy sauce, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound medium shrimp peeled and deveined
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup green enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro optional
  • Lime wedges for serving

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the shrimp and season with garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, or until the shrimp are pink and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix together the sour cream and green enchilada sauce until well combined.
  4. To assemble the enchiladas, warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable. Place a few shrimp in the center of each tortilla, sprinkle with a little cheese, and roll them up tightly.
  5. Spread a thin layer of the sour cream and enchilada sauce mixture on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Place the rolled enchiladas seam-side down in the dish. Pour the remaining sauce over the top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños to the shrimp mixture or use a spicy enchilada sauce.
  • Substitute shrimp with cooked chicken or black beans for a different protein option.

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