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Delicious beef and cheese enchiladas topped with rich sauce

Cheesy Beef Enchiladas

Cheesy Beef Enchiladas are a comforting dish filled with savory ground beef, melted cheese, and warm tortillas, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the filling
  • 1 lb 1 pound of ground beef Juicy and packed with flavor.
  • 1/2 cup 1/2 cup of chopped onion Aromatic and slightly sweet.
  • 1 clove 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped Adds an irresistible aroma.
  • 1 can (4-ounce) 1 (4-ounce) can of fire-roasted chopped green chiles, drained Introduces a touch of heat and smokiness.
  • 1 can (15.5-ounce) 1 (15.5-ounce) can of black beans, drained and rinsed Provides a nutritional punch.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon of cumin Lends a warm, earthy flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper Elevates the dish with a hint of spice.
  • 1 teaspoon 1 teaspoon of salt Enhances all the flavors.
For assembly
  • 8 pieces 8 corn or flour tortillas Soft and flexible.
  • 3 cups About 3 cups of enchilada sauce (divided) Tangy and rich component.
  • 2 cups 2 cups of shredded Mexican-style four-blend cheese Creamy and melty goodness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by browning the ground beef and chopped onion in a skillet over medium heat until the beef is no longer pink and the onions are soft.
  2. Drain any excess grease and return the mixture to the skillet.
  3. Add chopped garlic, fire-roasted green chiles, black beans, cumin, black pepper, salt, and 1 1/4 cups of enchilada sauce to the skillet, stirring and simmering on low heat for 8 to 10 minutes.
Assembly
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread 3 tablespoons of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish.
  2. Microwave the tortillas for 30 seconds to make them warm and pliable.
  3. Fill each tortilla with the beef mixture, roll them snugly, and place seam side down in the baking dish.
  4. Pour the remaining 1 cup of enchilada sauce over the tortillas and top with shredded cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  2. Garnish with your favorite toppings such as chopped green onions, diced tomatoes, fresh parsley, or a dollop of sour cream.

Notes

To save time, consider using store-bought enchilada sauce. For variations, try adding different vegetables or use chicken instead of beef.