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Plate of creamy shrimp enchiladas topped with sauce and cheese

Creamy Shrimp Enchiladas

Indulge in these creamy shrimp enchiladas wrapped in soft tortillas, smothered in a rich sauce, and topped with melted cheese for a comforting and delicious meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or Cheddar) Reserve half for topping
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper
For Assembly
  • 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
  • 8 large flour tortillas
  • to taste fresh cilantro for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
  2. Add the shrimp, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until the shrimp are pink and cooked through, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Make the Creamy Mixture
  1. In a large bowl, mix together the cooked shrimp, sour cream, and half of the shredded cheese. This is your creamy filling!
Assemble the Enchiladas
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread some enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  2. Place a tortilla on a flat surface, add a generous scoop of the creamy shrimp mixture, then roll it up tightly and place it seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
Top and Bake
  1. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle the rest of the cheese on top.
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Serve
  1. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Enjoy!

Notes

Substitutions: If shrimp isn’t your thing, consider using chicken or veggies for a vegetarian version! Make sure to roll the enchiladas tightly to prevent them from unrolling during baking.