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Ultimate Creamy Shrimp Enchiladas

Indulge in these creamy shrimp enchiladas wrapped in soft tortillas, topped with a rich sauce, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Fusion, Mexican
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

For the Enchiladas
  • 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
  • 8 pieces corn tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or cheddar)
  • 1 cup cream (heavy or half-and-half)
  • 1 cup green enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup chopped onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • as needed Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional) Add for presentation and flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and garlic and sauté until softened.
  2. Toss in the shrimp, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the shrimp turn pink and are fully cooked, about 3-5 minutes. Set aside.
  3. In a bowl, combine the cream and half of the green enchilada sauce. Mix well and set aside.
  4. Warm the corn tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave so they become pliable.
Filling and Assembling
  1. Take a tortilla, add a spoonful of shrimp mixture and cheese, then roll it tightly and place it seam-side down in a greased baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
  2. Once all the enchiladas are in the dish, pour the cream sauce over them, ensuring all are covered. Top with the remaining enchilada sauce and sprinkle the remaining cheese.
Baking
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 20 minutes, or until bubbly and cheese is melted.
  2. Once out of the oven, garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve hot!

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, place in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes.