Description
These Beef Enchiladas are a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Flavorful ground beef, spices, and cheese are rolled up in tortillas, smothered in enchilada sauce, and baked to perfection. Easy to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner!
Ingredients
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For the beef filling:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
- 1/2 cup red enchilada sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
For assembling:
- 8 flour tortillas (8-inch size)
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the beef filling: In a skillet, cook onion, garlic, and ground beef. Add spices, green chiles, and enchilada sauce. Stir in cheese.
- Assemble the enchiladas: Spoon beef mixture onto tortillas, roll up, and place in a baking dish.
- Bake: Pour remaining sauce over the enchiladas, top with cheese, and bake for 20–25 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with cilantro and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- Add black beans or corn to the filling for extra texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 810mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
