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Shrimp Enchiladas Cream Sauce

Shrimp Enchiladas Cream Sauce: Indulgent Comfort on Your Plate

Experience the rich and creamy delight of Shrimp Enchiladas in a luscious cream sauce, perfect for a comforting meal.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 tortillas (corn or flour)
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 can diced green chilies
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add shrimp and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, mix heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour a thin layer of the cream mixture into the bottom of a baking dish.
  5. Fill tortillas with cooked shrimp and cheese, roll them up, and place seam-side down in the dish.
  6. Pour the remaining cream mixture over the filled enchiladas and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
  8. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For extra heat, add jalapeños to the filling.
  • Serve with sour cream or guacamole on the side.
  • Author: Souzan
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 150mg

Keywords: Shrimp Enchiladas Cream Sauce, comfort food, seafood recipe