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Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas | Quick Weeknight Dinner

5-Star Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas


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  • Author: Annabelle
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 enchiladas
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Enjoy these easy ground beef enchiladas, a perfect quick weeknight dinner that the whole family will love. This recipe is simple to make and delivers delicious, loaded enchiladas.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 (6 inch) corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 (15 ounce) can red enchilada sauce


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion over medium-high heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and green chilies, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable. You can do this in a dry skillet or microwave.
  5. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the beef mixture into the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle with a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Roll up the tortillas and place them seam-side down in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  7. Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas.
  8. Top with the remaining shredded cheese.
  9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
  10. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier enchilada, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the beef mixture.
  • You can add other vegetables like corn or black beans to the beef filling.
  • Garnish with sour cream, cilantro, or sliced jalapeños if desired.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg