Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Enchiladas: A Family Dinner Favorite
Classic Ground Beef Enchiladas
Enchiladas bring the perfect combination of tender tortillas, savory beef, and melted cheese to your dinner table.
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Ingredients You’ll Need
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 12 corn tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (red or green)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Fresh cilantro and sliced jalapeños, for garnish (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add vegetable oil. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add ground beef to the skillet. Season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Warm tortillas in the microwave for 20 seconds to make them pliable.
- Pour 1 cup of enchilada sauce into the bottom of the baking dish.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture onto each tortilla, then roll up and place seam-side down in the dish.
- When all enchiladas are in the dish, pour remaining sauce over the top. Sprinkle with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. If desired, broil for 1-2 minutes to achieve a golden top.
Chef’s Tips & Tricks
- Customize the heat: Swap mild chili powder for chipotle or ancho to deepen the flavor profile.
- Make it vegetarian: Replace beef with black beans, sweet potatoes, or sautéed mushrooms.
- Advance prep: Assemble enchiladas a day ahead. Keep covered in the fridge and bake when ready.
Nutrition Facts & Serving
- Servings: 8 servings
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- Calories: 755 kcal
- Carbs: 49 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Fat: 46 g (Saturated Fat: 22 g)
- Fiber: 4 g
- Sodium: 639 mg
Enjoy these enchiladas straight from the oven for a mouthwatering, family-friendly meal that will quickly become a weeknight favorite.
Recipe courtesy: Allrecipes
Classic Ground Beef Enchiladas
A friend of mine gave me this recipe for ground beef enchiladas and it is delicious!
Ingredients
Method
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add vegetable oil. Sauté onion and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add ground beef to the skillet. Season with chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Warm tortillas in the microwave for 20 seconds to make them pliable.
- Pour 1 cup of enchilada sauce into the bottom of the baking dish.
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture onto each tortilla, then roll up and place seam-side down in the dish.
- When all enchiladas are in the dish, pour remaining sauce over the top. Sprinkle with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. If desired, broil for 1-2 minutes to achieve a golden top.
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