Beef and Cheese Enchiladas Recipe
The Beef and Cheese Enchiladas Recipe is hearty, cheesy and full of rich flavor — just like your favorite Mexican restaurant version.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt adjust to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ cup tomato sauce
- 8 –10 flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 cup enchilada sauce store-bought or homemade
Optional Toppings:
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced black olives
- Sour cream
- Jalapeño slices
Instructions
Cook the Beef
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Add onions and garlic and sauté until soft.
- Add ground beef and cook until browned.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and tomato sauce.
- Set aside.
Prep the Tortillas
- Warm tortillas in a microwave or dry skillet for 20–30 seconds.
- This makes them soft and easy to roll.
Assemble the Enchiladas
- Place 2–3 tablespoons of beef mixture in the center of each tortilla.
- Sprinkle generously with cheese.
- Roll up and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
Add Sauce and Cheese
- Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese over everything.
Bake
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake enchiladas for 20–25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish and Serve
- Let enchiladas rest 5 minutes.
- Top with cilantro, diced tomatoes, olives or a dollop of sour cream.
- Serve hot.
Notes
- Don’t overfill tortillas — prevents tearing.
- Warm tortillas before rolling for easy handling.
- Use plenty of sauce for extra flavor.
- Be generous with cheese — it melts perfectly.
- You can assemble ahead and bake later — tastes great reheated.