Easy Beef Enchiladas
Savor the comforting flavors of these easy beef enchiladas, featuring seasoned beef, gooey cheese, and zesty sauce wrapped in soft corn tortillas—perfect for any family gathering.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for serving)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent.
- Mix in cumin and chili powder; pour in half of the enchilada sauce and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Spoon some beef mixture into each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over rolled tortillas and top with more cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider using different cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack.
- To make it vegetarian, substitute ground beef with black beans or shredded vegetables.
- Warm tortillas in a microwave for easier rolling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg