Description
These easy Ground Beef Enchiladas combine seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and rich enchilada sauce wrapped in warm tortillas for a quick, flavorful, and satisfying dinner. Perfect for weeknights or cozy meals, this recipe is customizable, family-friendly, and baked to a gooey, cheesy perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Filling
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/4 cup enchilada sauce, plus extra for assembly
- Optional: 1/4 cup canned diced green chilies
- Optional: 1/4 cup black beans or corn
Assembly
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or blend)
Garnishes (Optional)
- Chopped cilantro
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced avocado
- Sour cream
- Green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef Filling: Heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté finely chopped onion and garlic until fragrant. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and no longer pink, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks. Stir in chili powder, cumin, and paprika to infuse the beef with warm, rich flavors. For extra moisture and flavor, stir in enchilada sauce along with optional diced green chilies or beans.
- Warm the Tortillas: Soften the tortillas to make them pliable and prevent cracking when rolling. Heat them briefly on a dry skillet or microwave them covered with a damp towel for about 30 seconds.
- Assemble the Enchiladas: Spoon a generous amount of the beef mixture onto each tortilla. Top with shredded cheese, roll tightly, and place seam-side down into a baking dish pre-coated with a thin layer of enchilada sauce. Repeat until all tortillas are filled and arranged snugly side by side.
- Pour Sauce and Add Cheese: Cover the assembled enchiladas evenly with the remaining enchilada sauce, ensuring every tortilla gets a good coating. Sprinkle a generous layer of shredded cheese over the top for a golden, melty crust.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. Let rest for a few minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Use fresh chili powder and cumin for best flavor.
- Don’t overfill tortillas to avoid tearing and spilling.
- Lightly grease the baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Pour sauce under and over the enchiladas to keep them moist.
- Let the enchiladas rest after baking for easier slicing and better flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: ground beef enchiladas, easy dinner, Mexican comfort food, baked enchiladas, family recipe
