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Creamy Shrimp Enchiladas

These creamy shrimp enchiladas are filled with juicy shrimp, sautéed vegetables, and a blend of cheeses, all wrapped in soft tortillas and topped with a luscious, homemade cream sauce. It's a crowd-pleasing Tex-Mex dish that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner or special gathering.
4.50 from 2 votes
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican-American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 430 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb large shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onion, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup diced tomatoes canned or fresh
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels fresh, canned, or frozen
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 8–10 medium flour tortillas
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese for topping
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and minced garlic, cooking until softened, about 2–3 minutes.
  • Add the chopped shrimp, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sauté until shrimp turn pink and opaque, about 3–4 minutes.
  • Stir in the diced tomatoes and corn. Remove the mixture from heat and set aside.
  • In a saucepan, melt butter and stir in flour to form a roux. Cook for 1 minute.
  • Slowly whisk in broth and bring to a simmer until thickened. Stir in cream, 1 cup cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Simmer until smooth.
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  • Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of shrimp mixture into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  • Pour the cream sauce over the enchiladas and spread evenly. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
  • Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the top is golden brown.
  • Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve warm with sides like salad, rice, or guacamole.

Notes

To make it spicier, add diced jalapeños to the filling. You can also substitute the shrimp with cooked chicken or black beans for a variation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 22gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 520mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g
Keyword Creamy Shrimp, Seafood Enchiladas, Shrimp Enchiladas
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