Savory Halibut Enchiladas

Dive into a fiesta of flavor with these Savory Halibut Enchiladas—an irresistible fusion of tender, flaky halibut and bold Mexican-inspired ingredients. This recipe combines the delicate richness of halibut with a creamy, spiced enchilada sauce made from cream cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and tangy green salsa. Rolled in soft flour tortillas and topped with a bubbly golden layer of melted Mexican cheese blend, these enchiladas are the perfect comfort food with a sophisticated seafood twist. Ready in just under an hour, they’re an excellent option for weeknight dinners or casual entertaining. Serve them fresh out of the oven, garnished with cilantro and a squeeze of lime, alongside classic sides like Mexican rice or a crisp green salad for a complete, crowd-pleasing meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Halibut fillets
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 8 pieces Flour tortillas
• 2 cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 4 oz Cream cheese
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Green salsa (salsa verde)
• 0.25 cup Cilantro (chopped)
• 1 tsp Cumin
• 0.5 tsp Chili powder
• 1 tbsp Lime juice
• 4 oz Diced green chiles (canned)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

Pat the halibut fillets dry with paper towels. Rub them with olive oil, then season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 3

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the halibut fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until they are cooked through and flaky. Remove from the skillet and let cool slightly, then flake the fish into bite-sized pieces using a fork.

Step 4

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flaked halibut, 1 cup of shredded Mexican cheese blend, diced green chiles, 2 tablespoons sour cream, and lime juice. Stir until well mixed.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream cheese, remaining sour cream, green salsa, cumin, chili powder, and cilantro to form a creamy enchilada sauce.

Step 6

Spread 1/4 cup of the sauce evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 7

Spoon about 1/3 cup of the halibut mixture into the center of each tortilla. Roll the tortillas tightly and place them seam-side down in the baking dish.

Step 8

Pour the remaining sauce over the top of the rolled tortillas, spreading it to cover them fully.

Step 9

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese over the top of the sauce.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 11

Remove the enchiladas from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 12

Garnish with additional chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve warm with your favorite sides like Mexican rice or a fresh salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2042.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4802.4

Total Fat 300.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 157.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 1014.5mg	0%
Sodium 9666.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 217.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 34.9g
Protein 326.9g	0%

Vitamin D 2824.1IU	0%
Calcium 4466.4mg	0%
Iron 19.0mg	0%
Potassium 4088.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.4%

Protein: 26.8%

Carbs: 17.8%