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11 Amazing Enchiladas

Indulge in our creative takes on the classic Mexican comfort food

Amy Machnak
1 /11 Leo Gong

Stacked Chicken Enchiladas

Save on time but not flavor with these non-rolled enchiladas. You can pile it as high as you like, then just slice portions for your guests.

Recipe: Stacked Chicken Enchiladas

2 /11 Peden & Munk

Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

Like all good New Mexico food, these enchiladas are simple, earthy, and delicious. The dish's heat depends on the chiles; go with Anaheims if you scorch easily.

Recipe: Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas

3 /11 James Carrier

Turkey Enchilada Casserole

We like to serve this easy weeknight dinner with a large Mexican-style salad and a pitcher of a seasonal agua fresca.

Recipe: Turkey Enchilada Casserole

4 /11 Alex Farnum

Enchiladas Suizas

These "white" enchiladas are a delicious departure from the typical canned-sauce version.

Recipe: Enchiladas Suizas

5 /11 David Prince

Spinach and Crab Enchiladas

When Dungeness crab is in season, we put them into everything we can think of, but this enchilada dish is one of our favorites.

Recipe: Spinach and Crab Enchiladas

6 /11 Thomas J. Story

Chicken Enchilada Nacho Bowl

This is a great example of combining two food favorites, enchiladas and nachos, with very satisfying results. We originally created this dish with camping food ideas in mind, but serving it for a regular weeknight dinner isn’t a bad idea either.

Recipe: Chicken Enchilada Nacho Bowl

7 /11 Karen Steffens

Acapulco Enchiladas

Wet and cheesy, with a spicy sauce over everything: This is the classic enchilada in all its glory. Serve it with beans and rice on the side for the fully authentic experience.

Recipe: Acapulco Enchiladas

8 /11 Leigh Beisch

Turkey Enchiladas with Sour Cream

For some, the super-spiced flavor of canned enchilada sauce is just too powerful and making homemade sauce isn’t possible. Here’s a great recipe using good-quality, purchased salsa instead.

Recipe: Turkey Enchiladas with Sour Cream

9 /11 James Carrier

Pork Enchiladas

You can fill enchiladas with anything, really, but there’s something spectacular about long-stewed pork.

Recipe: Pork Enchiladas

10 /11 Iain Bagwell

Vegetable Enchiladas

As requested by one of our readers, we tried to create a decadent enchilada recipe that’s a little easier on the waistline. Our result: this vegetarian version that’s packed with fresh vegetables. Who says you can’t satisfy cravings while also eating healthily?

Recipe: Vegetable Enchiladas

11 /11 James Carrier

Enchiladas Negras

The best thing about these enchiladas, besides the flavor, is that they can be mostly completed the day ahead and then baked just before serving. If you’re looking for a hearty make-ahead meal that will bring smiles to a crowd, look no further.

Recipe: Enchiladas Negras