Description
These kid-friendly beef enchiladas are a comforting and flavorful Mexican-inspired dish made with seasoned ground beef, tortillas, and a mild enchilada sauce, perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (10 oz) can mild red enchilada sauce
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies (optional, for mild heat)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 flour tortillas (8-inch)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned, about 6–7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, green chilies (if using), and half of the enchilada sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of beef mixture onto each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, roll up, and place seam side down in the baking dish.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve warm with sour cream.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, skip the green chilies.
- Use corn tortillas instead of flour for a more traditional version.
- Make ahead: assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican