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Delicious beef enchiladas topped with cheese and sauce, ready to serve.

5 Ingredient Beef Enchiladas

A simple and delicious meal perfect for busy weeknights, featuring ground beef, enchilada sauce, and cheese wrapped in tortillas.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups cooked ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce Can use spicy enchilada sauce for additional heat.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Choose your favorite cheese, like Monterey Jack or cheddar.
  • 6 pieces flour tortillas Make sure they are large enough to hold the filling.
  • 1/2 cup diced onions Can be substituted with green onions for a milder flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the cooked ground beef with the enchilada sauce and diced onions.
  3. Place a portion of the beef mixture in each tortilla and roll them up.
  4. Arrange the rolled tortillas in a baking dish, seam side down.
  5. Pour any remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  2. Serve hot with toppings as desired.

Notes

These enchiladas can be served with sour cream or fresh salsa. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To reheat, warm in the oven or microwave.