The Best Enchilada Recipes for Meal Prep
Meal prep is supposed to make life easier, but it can turn into a bland, repetitive chore real fast. That's where enchiladas come in. They're the kind of meal you'll actually look forward to eating on day three, which is saying a lot in the world of pre-made lunches.
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Enchiladas are basically the perfect prep food. They hold up in the fridge for days without turning weird, they freeze like champs, and you can fill them with whatever you've got on hand, like leftover chicken, roasted veggies, black beans, cheese, you name it. Plus, they reheat like a dream. That's why I've rounded up a list of the 13 best enchilada recipes for meal prep, so leftovers don't feel like a chore!
The Best Enchilada Recipes
Green Chicken Enchiladas (with Homemade Enchilada Sauce!)
Green chicken enchiladas are the perfect combo of tender chicken, creamy sour cream, and zesty green enchilada sauce wrapped in soft tortillas. This recipe uses a flavorful green sauce made from fresh tomatillos, jalapeños, and a blend of spices to give you the best enchiladas you've ever had!
Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Chicken Enchilada Casserole is the easy way to make enchiladas with no rolling needed. These ones are full of chicken, black beans, corn, and plenty of cheese and enchilada sauce.
Breakfast Enchiladas
These easy Breakfast Enchiladas packed with ground turkey or breakfast sausage, black beans, scrambled eggs, and veggies, all topped with enchilada sauce and melty cheese, will be your new favorite breakfast or brunch dish!
Easy Chicken Enchiladas
Craving enchiladas but looking for a healthier twist? This recipe has all the delicious flavors of the classic dish but with lighter ingredients! Shredded chicken, a touch of taco seasoning, creamy sour cream (or Greek yogurt), and enchilada sauce come together to create a flavorful filling.
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole
This Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole made with pantry staples is the easiest way to make enchiladas! All the flavor of classic cheesy chicken enchiladas made right in the crockpot.
Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup
This Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Soup is a hearty, flavorful dish that's sure to keep you full all day. Packed with chicken, beans, and corn, it’s a favorite when you want all the flavor of enchiladas without the prep work.
Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas
Chicken and Black Bean Enchiladas with an easy homemade enchilada sauce are filling, healthy. and so tasty.
Spaghetti Squash Enchilada Boats
Spaghetti Squash Enchilada Boats are a fun way to enjoy chicken enchiladas while sticking to your goals. This recipe uses a low-carb base filled with a delicious chicken enchilada filling!
Black Bean Enchiladas
Black Bean Enchiladas are a simple vegetarian meal with a hearty black bean and corn filling stuffed into corn tortillas topped with enchilada sauce and cheese. This meatless recipe is made with affordable pantry staples, easy to prep, and will quickly become a family favorite.
Enfrijoladas (Enchiladas with Creamy Black Bean Sauce)
Enfrijoladas are corn tortillas dipped in a smoky black bean sauce, filled with chicken, and topped with queso fresco. They come together in just 25 minutes, making them perfect for those busy weeknights when you need something quick and satisfying!
Enchilada Sauces
Shortcut Enchilada Sauce
Shortcut Enchilada Sauce is a red enchilada sauce made with Mexican spices, tomato paste, and a roux for thickening. You get all the flavor of an authentic enchilada sauce without the dreaded cooking process!
Red Enchilada Sauce
Ready to take your enchiladas to the next level? This authentic red enchilada sauce combines toasted dried chiles, garlic, and tomatoes to create a bold, smoky, and irresistible flavor. It’s easy to make and so much better than store-bought options!
Authentic Green Enchilada Sauce
Green Enchilada Sauce is your ticket to next-level enchiladas! It's made with vibrant tomatillos, a kick of jalapeños, and fresh cilantro, creating a homemade sauce with bold, authentic flavor that rivals any store-bought enchilada sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about meal prepping enchiladas:
How long do enchiladas last in the fridge?
If they're already baked and sauced, they'll keep about 3 to 4 days. I try to eat them before they start giving off "regretful casserole" vibes. If you keep the components separate, though, they can last closer to 5 days without getting weird.
What's the best way to reheat them so they don't dry out?
Cover them with foil and pop them in the oven at 350°F for 15–20 minutes. Or, if you're impatient like me, microwave them with a damp paper towel on top. It's not fancy, but it works! And you won't burn your mouth on lava cheese (hopefully).
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