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Beef Enchiladas

Savory Beef Enchiladas Ready in Under 1 Hour

Delicious Beef Enchiladas made with just 5 ingredients, perfect for a quick dinner option.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound lean ground beef can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 cup chunky salsa
For Assembly
  • 8 pieces flour tortillas or corn for a traditional bite
  • 1 cup red enchilada sauce can substitute for green enchilada sauce
  • 2 cups Borden® Cheese Thick Cut Shredded Four Cheese Mexican or other cheese blends

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook 1 pound of lean ground beef over medium heat until browned, about 7-10 minutes; drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in 1 cup of chunky salsa and let simmer for a couple of minutes.
  4. Spread a thin layer of red enchilada sauce in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Fill each tortilla with the beef mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish.
  6. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with 2 cups of cheese.
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Leftover beef enchiladas can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Freeze assembled enchiladas for up to 3 months.

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