35-Minute Best Beef Enchiladas – The Ultimate Comfort Food
Tender beef wrapped in soft tortillas, smothered in rich enchilada sauce and melted cheese. A classic Mexican dish that’s hearty and flavorful.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 35 mins
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Heat oil in a pan and sauté onions until translucent.
- Add garlic and ground beef. Cook until browned.
- Stir in taco seasoning and salt. Remove from heat.
- Spread 1/2 cup enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Fill tortillas with beef mixture and cheese. Roll and place seam-side down in the dish.
- Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake for 20 minutes until bubbly.
- Garnish with cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
- Let enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg