Description
Looking for the best cheesy beef enchilada ideas? This quick and easy recipe is simple, flavorful, and family-friendly! Great for busy weeknights, meal prep, or freezer meals. Perfect comfort food with hearty ground beef and gooey cheese baked in zesty sauce!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese
- 6 flour tortillas
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft. Stir in taco seasoning and a few tablespoons of enchilada sauce.
- Warm tortillas slightly to make rolling easier.
- Spoon beef mixture into each tortilla, roll, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
- Add cream cheese to the beef filling for a creamy variation.
- Substitute ground turkey or beans for a lighter option.
- Use pepper jack for extra spice.
- Can be made ahead and baked later or frozen before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired