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Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Enchiladas

Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Enchiladas

Craving a dinner that’s quick to make, surprisingly healthy, and bursting with flavor? Look no further than Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Enchiladas! These enchiladas are perfect for busy weeknights when you want a satisfying meal without spending hours in the kitchen.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

Ground Beef Filling
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Enchiladas
  • 10-12 corn or flour tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack, or a blend)
  • 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce (or green, if preferred)

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • 9x13-inch Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
    1 pound ground beef
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
    1 medium onion, 1 clove garlic
  3. Stir in the tomato sauce, diced green chiles, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a simmer and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld.
    1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  4. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
    1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
  6. Warm your tortillas briefly to make them more pliable. Dip each tortilla in the enchilada sauce, then fill with the ground beef mixture and some shredded cheese. Roll up tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
    10-12 corn or flour tortillas, 1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce, 1 pound ground beef, 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  7. Once all the enchiladas are rolled and arranged in the dish, pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top. Sprinkle generously with the remaining shredded cheese.
    1 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce, 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the enchiladas are heated through.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with sour cream, guacamole, or your favorite toppings!