Description
These Creamy Shrimp Enchiladas bring together bold flavors and a rich, indulgent sauce. The shrimp are cooked perfectly in a spicy jalapeño cream sauce, and the Monterey Jack cheese adds a smooth, melty finish that complements the enchiladas beautifully. With just the right amount of spice, this dish is the perfect balance of creamy and savory.
Ingredients
12–14 oz large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1–2 tablespoons vegetable oil for cooking
1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
2 large jalapeños, seeded or not (based on spice preference)
2 medium vine-ripened tomatoes, diced
1 ½ cups heavy whipping cream
½ cup sour cream
2 garlic cloves, minced
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (to taste)
½ teaspoon chipotle chili powder
½ teaspoon cumin
Salt, to taste
4 soft taco-sized flour tortillas
8 oz Monterey Jack cheese, grated and divided
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9-inch baking dish.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced onions and jalapeños, and sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add diced tomatoes and minced garlic to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 3-5 minutes.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, sour cream, cayenne pepper, chipotle chili powder, cumin, and a pinch of salt. Pour this mixture into the skillet with the vegetables and stir to combine. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.
Add the shrimp to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Cook the shrimp until they are opaque on one side, then flip and cook until fully opaque and cooked through. Remove the pan from the heat.
To assemble the enchiladas, divide half of the grated Monterey Jack cheese evenly among the four tortillas, spreading it down the center of each one.
Using a slotted spoon, scoop out about a quarter of the shrimp and veggie mixture, draining off excess sauce, and place it over the cheese in each tortilla. Roll up the tortillas and place them seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
Pour the remaining sauce from the skillet over the enchiladas, making sure they are fully covered. Sprinkle the remaining grated cheese over the top.
Bake the enchiladas for 15-18 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Serve hot, and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 450