Garlic Chili Beef Enchiladas

Spice up your weeknight dinner routine with these irresistible Garlic Chili Beef Enchiladas! This bold and flavorful recipe brings together tender ground beef infused with garlic, fiery red chili, smoked paprika, and cumin, all wrapped in soft flour tortillas and smothered in rich, zesty enchilada sauce. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and finished with fresh cilantro and optional jalapeños for a vibrant kick, these enchiladas are baked to golden perfection in just 30 minutes. Perfect for a family dinner or casual entertaining, this easy-to-follow recipe promises a satisfying, restaurant-quality Mexican dish that’s packed with flavor in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 Red chili, finely chopped
• 1 tsp Ground cumin
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 8 Flour tortillas
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cups Enchilada sauce
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tbsp Sliced jalapeños (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and chopped red chili to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 7-8 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the beef is evenly coated with the spices.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and allow the beef mixture to cool slightly.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Lay one flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon about 1/3 cup of the beef mixture into the center. Sprinkle a small amount of shredded cheese over the beef if desired.

Step 9

Roll the tortilla tightly and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, beef mixture, and cheese.

Step 10

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

Step 11

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Step 12

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes.

Step 14

Garnish with fresh cilantro and sliced jalapeños, if desired, before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1619.9 grams (1619.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3170

Total Fat 206.80g	265%
Saturated Fat 97.50g	488%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.10g
Cholesterol 563mg	188%
Sodium 7677mg	334%
Total Carbohydrate 192.20g	70%
Dietary Fiber 15.60g	56%
Total Sugars 14.80g
Protein 163.20g	326%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2248mg	173%
Iron 24mg	135%
Potassium 2420mg	51%

*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: 56.7%

Protein: 19.9%

Carbs: 23.4%