Bubble Up Enchiladas - Recipe Diaries (2024)

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Bubble Up Enchiladas is a casserole dish made with layers of biscuits, ground turkey, enchilada sauce, and topped with cheese. Only 4 ingredients are needed to make them! They call it Bubble Up because of the biscuits "bubble up" when they bake in the oven.

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This was a popular Weight Watcher Recipe back in the days when Weight Watchers had their Points Plus Program. Of course, now since the program is called Freestyle, there are alternatives to making this dish even lower in points by using the 2 Ingredient Dough Recipe for Biscuits. I have tried this method before and it does work. You just have to cook the biscuits for longer.

If you love WW recipes please try White Chicken Enchiladas, Crock Pot Creamy Italian Chicken, or Weight Watchers Baked Apples.

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  • How to Make Bubble-Up Enchiladas
  • What can I serve with enchiladas?
  • Tips For Bubble Up Enchiladas
  • Bubble Up Enchiladas - Weight Watcher Recipes

Ingredients for Bubble-Up Enchiladas

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  • Enchilada Sauce: I made this using my favorite Enchilada sauce ever which is from Trader Joe's. You might have heard stories of people having to travel for miles just to get to a Trader Joe's (Which is me of course) Whenever I go to Minneapolis (3oo some miles away) to visit my brother I like to stalk up on this sauce. Of course, you can use whatever brands that YOU LOVE for this or make your own.
  • Canned Biscuits - look for cans that say reduced fat on them.
  • Cheese - Fat-Free cheddar can be subbed for Mexican Cheese blend.
  • Ground Turkey - 99% lean ground turkey is now zero points on Freestyle and this will help get the points of this dish down low. I also like to use to use 93% or 96% lean ground beef for this as well because who doesn't love a beef enchilada? Just make sure if you use a different protein to adjust the points in the recipe builder.
  • See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.

How to Make Bubble-Up Enchiladas

Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brown turkey or ground beef and drain any fat if needed. Mix in a can of enchilada sauce and tomato sauce.

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Step 2: Cut the refrigerated biscuits into fourths. Place the biscuits in a single layer in a greased casserole dish.

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Step 3: Spread the ground beef mixture over the biscuit layer in the casserole dish and place it in the oven.

Recipe Tip: Usually I use a tooth pick to see if the biscuits are done.

Step 4: Take out of oven and sprinkle cheese on top. Bake for an additional 10 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

What can I serve with enchiladas?

Enchiladas are a delicious and popular Mexican dish that can be served with a variety of sides to make a complete meal. Here are a few ideas for sides that would pair well with enchiladas:

  1. Rice and Beans: A classic combination, serve your enchiladas with a side of Mexican rice and refried beans. The rice can be flavored with tomato sauce, spices, or herbs, and the beans can be topped with cheese, sour cream, or fresh herbs.
  2. Guacamole and Chips: Add some fresh flavor to your meal with a side of homemade guacamole and tortilla chips. You can make your guacamole with fresh avocados, lime juice, garlic, and spices, and serve it with crispy corn tortilla chips. Try Alton Brown's Guacamole Recipe or Air Fryer Tortilla Chips.
  3. Salad: A light and refreshing salad can be a great complement to the rich and savory flavors of enchiladas. Try a simple green salad with lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers, or a more complex salad with black beans, corn, and avocado.
  4. Toppings for enchiladas: Sour cream, Greek yogurt, green onions, black olives, or Cilantro would be great options for toppings.

Tips For Bubble Up Enchiladas

  • Use the recipe for 2 Ingredient Dough to Make your Own Biscuits. This will help lower the points tremendously!
  • Fat-Free Cheddar can be subbed for Mexican Cheese Blend. This cheese can be found at stores like Aldi or Wal-Mart.
  • If you don't like using canned Enchilada Sauce make your own Enchilada sauce.
  • Variations: You can do a lot with this kind of recipe. Instead of enchiladas, you could make a chicken pot pie or pizza. Add some beans or corn to the beef mixture to get some more fiber in. I haven't tried the chicken pot pie or pizza version yet, but I think that might have to be on the menu for next week. A chicken pot pie sounds good right now.

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Bubble Up Enchiladas - Weight Watcher Recipes

  • Author: Jenna
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 35min
  • Total Time: 45min
  • Yield: 6 1x
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Description

Bubble Up Enchiladas is a casserole dish made with layers of biscuits, ground turkey and enchilada sauce, and topped with cheese. They call it Bubble Up because of the biscuits "bubble up" when they bake in the oven.

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Ingredients

  • 1lb of lean ground turkey or lean ground beef
  • 1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce
  • 1 (8oz ) can of tomato sauce (this is optional)
  • 1 16 oz can reduced fat refrigerator biscuits
  • 1 ¼ cups shredded low fat Mexican Cheese
  • Extra Ingredients: Green Onions, black olives, salsa, etc. Fat Free Sour Cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Brown turkey and drain if needed. Mix in a can of enchilada sauce and tomato sauce.
  2. Cut the refrigerated biscuits into fourths and add the meat over the biscuits. Then you just dump it all in a greased casserole (I use 8 X 11) and bake for 25 minutes until the biscuits are cooked through.
  3. Usually I use a tooth pick to see if the biscuits are done.
  4. Take out of oven and sprinkle cheese on top. Bake for an additional 10 minutes. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

WW Points: 11 Click here to see in recipe builder (will have to log in)

  • Category: Casserole
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: ⅙th of the recipe
  • Calories: 372
  • Sugar: 8
  • Fat: 11
  • Saturated Fat: 4
  • Carbohydrates: 41
  • Protein: 29

Keywords: Bubble Up Enchiladas, Weight Watchers

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  1. Marie Hall says

    Did I miss the WW points on this recipe?

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  3. Maya @ Maya - Kitchenette says

    I cannot wait to try these enchiladas . Looks so good. 🙂

  4. Cassandra says

    WOW. This was phenomenal and so easy to make. I literally cannot stop talking about how good this was. The portions were big too, but I still wanted seconds cause it was literally one of the most delicious dinners I've had recently. We added black olives and black beans. Next time might also add corn 🙂

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Bubble Up Enchiladas - Recipe Diaries (2024)

FAQs

What is the secret to good enchiladas? ›

Fry each of your tortillas in hot oil before adding in your enchilada filling. This will help keep the tortillas from soaking up too much of your sauce too quickly, which can also cause them to break apart.

Can you pre make enchiladas or will they get soggy? ›

If you would like to make a pan of enchiladas in advance, follow the recipe instructions through step 3 (assembling the enchiladas). Wrap the pan tightly with foil. Then you can either refrigerate the enchiladas for up to 3 days, then bake as directed.

Do enchiladas taste better with corn or flour tortillas? ›

While some recipes use flour tortillas, corn tortillas are traditional — and for good reason — are the better option for enchiladas. Corn tortillas have a distinct flavor that plays a key part of the enchilada experience, compared to flour tortillas, which are more like a blank slate.

Should flour tortillas be fried before making enchiladas? ›

It's important to pre-cook the tortillas because not only does cooking them help soften them for rolling, cooking them in a little fat helps develop the flavor of the tortillas. As the tortillas brown a little, remove them to a plate.

What makes enchiladas taste better? ›

Toppings: When it comes to enchiladas, I vote the more toppings the merrier! Any combination of chopped fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, diced red onion (or quick pickled red onions), sliced radishes, fresh or pickled jalapeños, sour cream or Mexican crema, and/or extra cheese would be delicious!

What is the best cheese to melt on enchiladas? ›

Use a shredded Mexican cheese blend for the best melting and flavor. A rustic cut blend of 4 cheese is the best all-around cheese for enchiladas. Look for one that includes Montery Jack, Cheddar, Asadero and Queso Quesadilla Cheese. Avoid using all cheddar as it can be too oily.

Is it better to cook enchiladas covered or uncovered? ›

It isn't necessary to cover enchiladas while baking. All of an enchiladas components are cooked and you are just heating them through when you bake them. Ideally your ingredients will be room temperature, not ice cold, when you assemble the enchiladas.

Should enchiladas be covered when baking? ›

Arrange enchiladas, seam-side down, in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Top with taco sauce and remaining 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese. Bake in the preheated oven, uncovered, until cheese has melted, about 20 minutes. Let cool briefly before serving.

What kind of tortillas do Mexican restaurants use for enchiladas? ›

This Mexican enchiladas recipe is the real thing. Corn tortillas are dipped in a homemade sauce, fried, filled with Mexican queso fresco, then topped with sour cream, lettuce, and tomato.

What size tortilla is best for enchiladas? ›

Here's a quick rundown of which tortillas might work best with which food:
  • Tacos: 8-inch corn tortillas.
  • Burritos: 10-inch (or larger) flour tortillas.
  • Quesadillas: 10-inch tortillas.
  • Enchiladas: 10-inch flour or corn tortillas.

How do you make enchiladas so they aren't soggy? ›

Rebecca, try this: Heat one cup vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until the oil bubbles immediately when you stick the edge of a tortilla onto the surface. Working one at a time, fry a tortilla, turning once, until it just starts to brown and crisp (about 10 seconds per side).

How do you keep flour tortillas from getting soggy in enchiladas? ›

Usually when I've made them I just put sauce on top, not on the bottom, and just down the middle so the edges are exposed. And I make the sauce on the thick side so it is not too watery. I bake them in the oven too, and they are never too soggy, but you could just grill to minimise the sauce absorption.

Why do my corn tortillas crack when making enchiladas? ›

Again, if the tortillas crack they aren't hot enough. What are some good ways to soften corn tortillas for cooking dishes such as enchiladas, so that they don't break up? Tortillas need to be fresh and thin in order to be soft.

Which sauce is better for enchiladas? ›

La Victoria Red Enchilada Sauce Traditional, Mild, 28 oz

You'll love this sauce for adding great flavor and spice to your homemade enchiladas without being too hot. I recently tried out the La Victoria Red Enchilada Sauce, and I have to say, it enhanced my homemade enchiladas like never before.

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