Description
These Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Enchiladas are a simple and satisfying dinner, perfect for weeknights. Seasoned ground beef is wrapped in soft flour tortillas, covered in rich enchilada sauce, and baked with a generous layer of melted cheddar cheese. A comforting dish that’s endlessly customizable and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
1 pound ground beef
8 flour tortillas (8-inch)
2 cups red enchilada sauce
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 medium yellow onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tablespoons homemade)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 cup sour cream (for garnish, optional)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sauté diced onion until translucent, about 3–4 minutes.
3. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
4. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain any excess grease.
5. Stir in taco seasoning and a splash (about 1/4 cup) of water. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
6. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce at the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
7. Fill each tortilla with the beef mixture and a small handful of shredded cheese.
8. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
9. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the top, then sprinkle with remaining cheese.
10. Bake for 20–25 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
11. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Garnish with sour cream and chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
Warm your tortillas in the microwave or skillet before rolling to prevent cracking.
You can make these ahead and refrigerate before baking—just add sauce and cheese right before it goes in the oven.
For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños to the beef or use a spicy enchilada sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 940 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
Keywords: Enchiladas, Ground Beef, Cheesy, Easy Dinner