Easy Cheesy Beef Enchiladas

Packed with bold Mexican flavors and ooey-gooey cheese, these Easy Cheesy Beef Enchiladas are a crowd-pleasing dinner you can whip up in just 40 minutes! Featuring seasoned ground beef, tender flour tortillas, rich enchilada sauce, and a dreamy blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, this is the ultimate comfort food that’s as irresistible as it is simple to make. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe uses pantry staples like taco seasoning and enchilada sauce, while fresh garlic, onion, and optional cilantro add a vibrant, homemade touch. These enchiladas bake to bubbly, golden perfection and are guaranteed to become a family favorite. Serve them with a side of rice, beans, or guacamole for a complete fiesta-inspired meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 medium, diced Yellow onion
• 2 cloves, minced Garlic
• 1 packet (or 2 tablespoons homemade seasoning) Taco seasoning
• 0.25 cup Water
• 8 (6-inch size) Flour tortillas
• 2 cups Enchilada sauce
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 0.25 cup, chopped (optional, for garnish) Fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or nonstick spray and set aside.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 4

Stir in the taco seasoning and 1/4 cup of water. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the beef is coated in the seasoning and most of the liquid has evaporated. Remove from heat.

Step 5

Spread 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Lay out a tortilla on a flat surface. Spoon approximately 1/3 cup of the beef mixture into the center of the tortilla. Sprinkle a small handful of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef.

Step 7

Roll the tortilla tightly and place it seam-side-down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, beef, and cheese until all are snuggly arranged in the dish.

Step 8

Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the top of the rolled tortillas, ensuring they are fully covered. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the enchiladas cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1799.6 grams (1799.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3478

Total Fat 223.60g	287%
Saturated Fat 115.20g	576%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 663mg	221%
Sodium 11869mg	516%
Total Carbohydrate 204.00g	74%
Dietary Fiber 15.80g	56%
Total Sugars 14.10g
Protein 189.20g	378%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 2998mg	231%
Iron 21mg	114%
Potassium 1862mg	40%

*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: 56.1%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 22.8%