Description
Savory Mexican Beef Enchiladas will revolutionize weeknight dinner with minimal ingredients and maximum flavor. Cheesy, hearty rolls stuffed with seasoned ground beef promise a quick, satisfying meal that brings zesty southwestern comfort straight to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) lean ground beef
Sauce Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) chunky salsa
- 1 (10-ounce/283 grams) can red enchilada sauce
Additional Ingredients:
- 8 (8-inch/20 centimeters) flour tortillas
- 1 (8-ounce/227 grams) package Borden Cheese Thick Cut Shredded Four Cheese Mexican (about 2 cups/480 milliliters)
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly coat a baking dish with nonstick spray to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until completely cooked. Drain excess fat carefully, then return meat to the pan. Mix in salsa and simmer for 2-3 minutes to blend flavors thoroughly.
- Warm tortillas according to package instructions to increase flexibility and prevent cracking during rolling.
- Create enchilada base Pour half the enchilada sauce evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating a flavorful foundation.
- Fill and roll each tortilla by placing beef mixture in the center, sprinkling cheese, then tightly rolling and positioning seam-side down in the sauced dish. Continue until all tortillas are filled.
- Complete the dish by covering the rolled enchiladas with remaining enchilada sauce, ensuring complete coverage. Generously sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
- Bake covered with foil for 30-35 minutes until cheese melts completely and edges become slightly bubbly. Remove foil in the last 5 minutes for a golden finish if desired.
Notes
- Opt for lean ground beef to reduce excess fat and create a healthier version of the dish.
- Swap corn tortillas for gluten-free alternatives if you have dietary restrictions or prefer a different texture.
- Consider adding diced onions or bell peppers to the beef for extra nutrition and depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg