Pioneer Woman Enchiladas Recipe
The Pioneer Woman Enchiladas Recipe is cheesy, saucy and full of bold flavor. It is a perfect comfort food dinner. This Pioneer Woman Enchiladas Recipe is easy to make at home.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 small onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can 10 oz red enchilada sauce
- 1 can 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 8 small flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro optional
Instructions
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. This prevents sticking and makes serving easier later.
Cook the Beef
- Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and chopped onion. Cook until beef is browned. Stir often and break the meat into small pieces.
Add Garlic and Spices
- Add minced garlic, chili powder, cumin and salt. Stir well. Cook for 1–2 minutes. This step builds strong flavor in the filling.
Add Tomatoes and Sauce
- Pour half of the enchilada sauce into the beef mixture. Add diced tomatoes with green chilies. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
Fill the Tortillas
- Place a spoonful of beef mixture in the center of each tortilla. Add a little shredded cheese. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
Add Sauce and Cheese
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Spread gently with a spoon. Sprinkle remaining cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese on top.
Bake the Enchiladas
- Cover the dish loosely with foil. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake 5–10 minutes more until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish and Serve
- Remove from oven carefully. Let it rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top if desired. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Use corn tortillas for a more traditional flavor.
- Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking.
- Add black beans for extra protein.
- Adjust spice level by adding jalapeños.
- Do not overfill tortillas to avoid breaking.
- Let enchiladas rest before serving for easier slicing.