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Classic Cheesy Beef enchiladas

Classic Cheesy Beef Enchiladas with Red Sauce

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing spoon or spatula
  • Medium mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Aluminum foil

Ingredients
  

For the Filling

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

For the Sauce

  • 2 cups red enchilada sauce store-bought or homemade
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder optional for extra spice

For Assembly

  • 8-10 medium flour or corn tortillas
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese for topping
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro optional, for garnish

Instructions
 

Prepare the Filling

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Add the onion and garlic, cooking until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for 1-2 minutes to let the spices bloom. Remove from heat.
    skillet on a stovetop, containing browned ground beef mixed with diced onions and minced garlic

Assemble the Enchiladas

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce (about 1/2 cup) across the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  3. Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Place a scoop of the beef mixture in the center of each tortilla, sprinkle with a handful of shredded cheese, then roll tightly.
  4. Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
    Beef and Cheese Burrito

Top with Sauce and Cheese

  1. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, ensuring they are evenly coated.
  2. Sprinkle the reserved shredded cheddar cheese on top.

Bake the Enchiladas

  1. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  2. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.

Garnish and Serve

  1. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro, if desired, and serve hot with your favorite toppings like sour cream, guacamole, or a squeeze of lime.