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Ground Beef Enchiladas

Delicious ground beef enchiladas topped with cheese and red sauce
Quick and cheesy ground beef enchiladas with a savory filling made from pantry staples, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Serving Size 4 servings

Ingredients

For the filling

  • 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef (85/15) to reduce excess grease, or swap for ground turkey.
  • 1 cup onion, chopped Yellow or white onion.
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For assembling

  • 8 pieces soft tortillas Flour or corn, 6–8-inch. Corn tortillas are traditional and gluten-free.
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce Store-bought or homemade.
  • 2 cups shredded cheese Cheddar or Mexican blend.

Optional toppings

  • sour cream
  • chopped cilantro
  • sliced jalapeños

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef and chopped onion and cook, breaking the meat apart, until the beef is browned and the onion is translucent, about 6–8 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  • Return the skillet to the stove and stir in the chili powder, cumin, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning. Remove from heat.

Assembly

  • Lay a tortilla flat and spoon a generous portion of the beef mixture down the center. Sprinkle a little cheese on top, then roll the tortilla tightly. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Arrange the rolled enchiladas seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  • Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the enchiladas, making sure they’re mostly covered. Sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.

Baking

  • Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted and lightly golden at the edges.
  • Let the dish rest 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with optional toppings if desired.

Notes

You can prepare the filling ahead and assemble right before baking. To refrigerate, cool leftovers to room temperature and store in the fridge for 3–4 days. For freezing, assemble without baking and freeze for up to 2 months.