Description
Ground Beef Enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food, combining warm tortillas, seasoned beef, and gooey cheese into a delightful dish that brings family and friends together. Bursting with flavor and easy to prepare, these enchiladas are perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. With simple ingredients and foolproof techniques, you can create a restaurant-quality meal right at home. Enjoy every bite of this hearty dish that’s sure to impress everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheese blend
- 2 tbsp homemade taco seasoning (chili powder, cumin, garlic powder)
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for serving)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add taco seasoning and a splash of water; stir until combined and bubbly for about 2 minutes.
- Warm the tortillas briefly in the microwave for easier rolling. Spoon some beef mixture onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg