Description
Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas are a flavorful and comforting Mexican-inspired dinner made with seasoned ground beef, rolled in tortillas, topped with rich enchilada sauce, and baked with melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights and family meals.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Sour cream (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef and diced onion until beef is browned. Drain excess grease.
- Add garlic, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Warm tortillas slightly to make them easier to roll.
- Spoon beef mixture into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the sauce.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve warm with sour cream on top.
Notes
- Use mild or spicy enchilada sauce based on preference.
- Add black beans or corn to the beef mixture for extra texture.
- Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mexican