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Enchilada Cups

June 17, 2014 by Lindsay 32 Comments

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A fun twist on the traditional enchilada. These would make the perfect appetizer and are also kid-friendly.

Hi Friends!

Last week I saw these Mini Tortilla Crust Pizzas on Healthy Aperture and I absolutely could not get them out of my head. Seriously, I thought about them all weekend…and then finally, yesterday, I decided to make my own version for lunch. Since you guys know we’re crazy about Mexican food around here, I opted for an enchilada version instead. Holy delicious!

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These Enchilada Cups are all the deliciousness of an enchilada, but in miniature form. They’d be a perfect party appetizer because they can be eaten in just a few bites. I’d also venture a guess they’d be a hit with the kiddos.

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You have a couple of options here. You can do what I did and bake the filling in the cups. This will result in a softer shell, but they’re fine as long as you eat them right after you make them. If you’re looking for a bit of a crisper shell, you could bake the shells first, then warm the filling separately and just stick them under the broiler for a minute or two to melt the cheese. Totally up to you!

Here’s what you do:

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A simple appetizer or an easy weeknight meal that the kids will love!

  • Author: Author: Lindsay L
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 2 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 whole wheat tortillas (8 or 9 inch), storebought or
  • make your own
  • 1/4 cup onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 cup (heaping) black beans, cooked
  • 1/2 cup (heaping) cooked chicken, diced
  • 2 Tablespoons fresh cilantro, minced
  • 1/3 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheese
  • -optional toppings: avocado, tomato, etc.

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  2. Place the tortillas on a flat surface.
  3. Press a pint glass into the tortilla to make a circle imprint, then use the tip of a knife to cut out the circle. Repeat 8 times, 4 per tortilla. (You could also use a cookie cutter)
  4. Microwave the circles for 7-10 seconds then press into greased muffin tins.
  5. In a small bowl, combine remaining ingredients.
  6. Spoon mixture into tortilla cups and top with cheese.
  7. Bake for 10 minutes.
  8. Carefully remove from muffin tins and serve warm.

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This is a fairly simple recipe. I gave you quantities, but they are not exact. You could easily double or triple the recipe, sub things in and out, etc. The number of cups you make will depend on how full you fill them.

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I’m pretty sure I had 8 inch tortillas and I used a pint glass as my circle tracer. If you’re very careful, you can get 4 cups per tortilla. You could also use larger tortillas and obviously get more circles out of each one.

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To use up the tortilla scraps, I just cut them up and threw them in the empty muffin tins with a little olive oil and bam- tortilla chip type things!

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Feel free to top with avocado, salsa, etc if you desire!

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Enjoy!
–Lindsay–

 

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Filed Under: Appetizer, Dinner Tagged With: Bell Pepper, Black Bean, Cheese, Chicken, Onion, Tortilla

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Lindsay Livingston is a Registered Dietitian and new mom from Columbus, Ohio. On her blog, she shares simple, healthy recipes, nutrition tips, workouts and snapshots of her life. Follow her on Twitter @LeanGrnBeanBlog and Instagram @TheLeanGreenBean and be sure to subscribe via RSS or email so you never miss a post!

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Comments

  1. Alison @ Daily Moves and Grooves says

    June 17, 2014 at 12:53 AM

    Such an awesome idea! These would make for some delicious appetizers. I kinda want some right now as a midnight snack too…

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  2. Linz @ Itz Linz says

    June 17, 2014 at 2:28 AM

    I’m all about Mexican too! These look so fun & so many ways to change em up!

    Reply
  3. Pua says

    June 17, 2014 at 2:34 AM

    I WISH my oven was working right now! These would be perfect for our Fourth of July potluck!

    Reply
  4. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

    June 17, 2014 at 5:04 AM

    Genius idea- To bring to a brunch or lunch and it looks so damn impressive, but so doable! Pinning, grinning and winning.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      June 27, 2014 at 11:01 PM

      woohoo! enjoy!

      Reply
  5. Allie says

    June 17, 2014 at 5:35 AM

    Oh how I love when there’s something so simple and delicious that I can actually make it for dinner tonight, and everyone in my family will eat it! Perfection. Thanks!!

    Reply
  6. Maryea {happy healthy mama} says

    June 17, 2014 at 7:09 AM

    I have made something similar with baked tortilla cups—so good! You’re filling looks fabulous.

    Reply
  7. Farrah says

    June 17, 2014 at 8:05 AM

    These look so good! Pinning for future kitchen endeavor! I love that they don’t take very long to prepare! :]

    Reply
  8. Nicole says

    June 17, 2014 at 8:29 AM

    Yum!! Great idea.

    Reply
  9. Heather (Where's the Beach) says

    June 17, 2014 at 8:52 AM

    Just pinned – super fun idea for a party! I’ve made taco bowls using the tortillas and draping over glass bowls, but this looks easier & faster and “hand”ier for parties!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      June 27, 2014 at 11:01 PM

      thanks for pinning!

      Reply
  10. Jennifer F says

    June 17, 2014 at 9:01 AM

    Those are so cute — and thing of all the possibilities for creativity with ingredients!

    Reply
  11. Angela Gilmore says

    June 17, 2014 at 9:15 AM

    I love this technique, from the picture I thought they were the little tortilla scoop chips but using whole wheat tortillas and cutting them is such a better and healthier idea! Pinning for later.

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      June 27, 2014 at 11:01 PM

      yay! thanks! hope you enjoy them!

      Reply
  12. Lisa @ RunWiki says

    June 17, 2014 at 9:23 AM

    Genius! My family loves Mexican– these look amazing Lindsay!

    Reply
  13. Dixya @ Food, Pleasure, and Health says

    June 17, 2014 at 9:38 AM

    droooool. this looks perfect for appetizer or light lunch.

    Reply
  14. Laura @ Mommy Run Fast says

    June 17, 2014 at 9:40 AM

    These are so cute! I do think they would be a hit with kiddos… finger food is always a win. 🙂

    Reply
  15. Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says

    June 17, 2014 at 10:15 AM

    love me some mexican!! YUM girl!

    Reply
  16. Polly @ Tasty Food Project says

    June 17, 2014 at 11:37 AM

    This is such a great idea! I love bite-sized food. This would make such a great party appetizer!

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  17. Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says

    June 17, 2014 at 12:23 PM

    I love this idea! Totally going to try it with my paleo coconut wraps too!

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      June 27, 2014 at 11:00 PM

      oooh yum! enjoy!

      Reply
  18. Megan @ Fiterature says

    June 17, 2014 at 3:18 PM

    Um. Yes. That.

    Reply
  19. Bre & Ree says

    June 17, 2014 at 6:52 PM

    I love Mexican food! These look fantastic and super easy to make. Can’t wait to try them. Thanks for sharing!
    ~Bre

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  20. Matt @ Runner Savvy says

    June 17, 2014 at 8:02 PM

    Yum!

    Reply
  21. Running Hutch says

    June 17, 2014 at 9:29 PM

    FUN! Pinned. Hey, what do you think about keeping food warm with heated stones? And where would you get said stones?

    Reply
  22. Kelly @ Laughter, Strength, and Food says

    June 17, 2014 at 9:53 PM

    These are so adorable! They are the perfect party food!

    Reply
  23. Tori says

    June 17, 2014 at 10:42 PM

    That’s a brilliant idea! I’m gonna need to try these!

    Reply
  24. Katie says

    June 17, 2014 at 11:57 PM

    Oh man! Do you see how perfect these are for toddlers!? I am definitely going to try these soon. I think E will love ’em

    Reply
    • Lindsay says

      June 27, 2014 at 11:00 PM

      yes! hope they’re a hit with the whole family!

      Reply
  25. Lindsay @ Lindsay's List says

    June 18, 2014 at 8:48 AM

    these are adorable!!

    Reply
  26. Jackie says

    June 19, 2014 at 10:06 PM

    My fiancé would love these!

    Reply
  27. Rachel says

    June 25, 2014 at 9:10 PM

    How Cute! I love this idea! And it’s healthy! win-win! 🙂

    Reply

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