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Dinner for 8

Shrimp Enchiladas

Creamy shrimp filling wraps in tortillas, then bakes under salsa verde, cream, and melted Monterey Jack cheese.

$2.19per serving $$
55 minstart to table
8servings

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Ingredients

  • 8 6-inch low-carb flour tortillas
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup white onion
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 lb shrimp
  • 4 oz cream cheese
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded monterey jack cheese

Steps

  1. Heat the oven to 375 F and coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with butter.
  2. Melt the remaining butter in a large skillet over medium heat and cook the bell pepper, onion, and garlic for 4 minutes.
  3. Add the shrimp, salt, and chili powder, then cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the shrimp reach 145 F.
  4. Stir in the cream cheese, cilantro, and lime juice until smooth, then divide the filling among the tortillas and roll them into the baking dish.
  5. Whisk the salsa verde and heavy cream together, pour the mixture over the enchiladas, and sprinkle on the cheese.
  6. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the cheese melts and the sauce bubbles.

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