Beef Enchiladas
This beef enchilada recipe brings you back to cozy dinners and delicious home-cooked meals. Perfectly seasoned beef wrapped in tortillas, topped with melty cheese and enchilada sauce—it’s a go-to favorite in your kitchen.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef lean
- 8 pieces flour tortillas 8-inch
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups red enchilada sauce homemade or store-bought
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish lightly with oil or cooking spray.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for 3 minutes.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 6-7 minutes. Stir in cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce and 1/2 cup of cheese. Stir to combine.
- Lay each tortilla flat and spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the beef mixture onto the center. Roll up tightly and place seam-side down into the baking dish.
- Top the rolled tortillas with the remaining enchilada sauce and cheese. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Feel free to swap in your favorite toppings or add extra heat with jalapeños or diced green chiles.