Ground Beef Enchiladas
Savory ground beef enchiladas wrapped in tortillas, topped with cheese and enchilada sauce, perfect for family gatherings or weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 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 your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with diced onions until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in garlic, cumin, and chili powder, sauté for another minute until fragrant.
- Spoon the beef mixture onto each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour the enchilada sauce over the tortillas, then sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef. Pair with sides like Mexican rice or refried beans for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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