20+ Christmas Enchilada Recipe Experience Culinary Bliss Now!

Ingredients:

Enchilada Filling:

• 1 pound ground beef or chicken
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can diced tomatoes, drained
• 1 cup corn
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Enchilada Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 can tomato sauce
• 1 cup chicken broth
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Additional Ingredients:

• 12-14 corn tortillas
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or chicken over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess fat.
3. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
4. Stir in the black beans, tomatoes, corn, and spices. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5. To make the enchilada sauce, heat the olive oil in a separate saucepan over medium heat.
6. Add the flour and whisk until combined.
7. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, and garlic powder.
8. Gradually add in the tomato sauce, followed by the chicken broth. Stir until the sauce thickens.
9. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
10. To assemble the enchiladas, spread a thin layer of the enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
11. Dip each corn tortilla in the remaining enchilada sauce, then fill with a spoonful of the meat mixture. Roll up the tortilla and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
12. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
13. Sprinkle the top with cheddar cheese and bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
14. Garnish with cilantro and green onions before serving.

Why You'll Love This Recipe:

If you're tired of the same old holiday dishes, this Christmas enchilada recipe is the perfect way to switch things up. Not only is it a delicious and satisfying meal, but it also adds some color and spice to your Christmas dinner table. Plus, it's a great way to use up any leftover turkey or ham from the previous day's feast. So next Christmas, give this recipe a try and introduce your family to a new holiday tradition.