Easy Beef Enchiladas

Transform your weeknight dinners with these irresistibly easy beef enchiladas—packed with bold flavors and ready in just 40 minutes! This family-friendly recipe features perfectly seasoned ground beef, sautéed onion, and garlic, all wrapped in soft flour tortillas and smothered in rich, tangy enchilada sauce. A generous topping of gooey melted Mexican cheese blend takes these enchiladas to the next level. Simple to prepare yet wonderfully comforting, these enchiladas bake to golden perfection in under 25 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, serve them with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a fiesta-inspired meal that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Keywords: Easy Beef Enchiladas, quick dinner, Mexican-inspired recipes, family-friendly meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
• 0.25 cup Water
• 2 cups Enchilada sauce
• 8 pieces Flour tortillas (8-inch)
• 2 cups Shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup Sour cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute, stirring frequently.

Step 5

Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spatula. Cook for 6-8 minutes or until the beef is no longer pink.

Step 6

Drain any excess grease from the skillet.

Step 7

Stir in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the beef mixture is well-coated and the liquid has mostly evaporated.

Step 8

Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce evenly across the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 9

Scoop about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture into the center of each tortilla, then sprinkle with a small handful of shredded cheese.

Step 10

Roll up each tortilla tightly and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

Step 11

Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas, making sure they are fully covered.

Step 12

Sprinkle the rest of the shredded cheese on top of the enchiladas.

Step 13

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 14

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.

Step 15

Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired, and serve with sour cream on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2165.7 grams (2165.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4600

Total Fat 304.00g	390%
Saturated Fat 140.00g	700%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.80g
Cholesterol 874mg	291%
Sodium 11619mg	505%
Total Carbohydrate 257.90g	94%
Dietary Fiber 14.50g	52%
Total Sugars 26.10g
Protein 228.80g	458%

Vitamin D 103IU	513%
Calcium 4176mg	321%
Iron 26mg	143%
Potassium 2738mg	58%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.4%

Protein: 19.5%

Carbs: 22.0%