Easy (But Awesome) Beef Enchiladas

Jun 09, 2023June 9, 20230 15

Easy (But Awesome) Beef Enchiladas recipe for a hearty dinner

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 lb ground beef
	1 can red enchilada sauce
	2 cups shredded mexican cheese
	6 soft flour tortillas

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

590

Sugar

Fat

35g

These Easy (But Awesome) Beef Enchiladas are a classic Mexican dish that is perfect for a hearty dinner with family or friends. The ground beef provides a good source of protein, while the red enchilada sauce adds a rich and flavorful kick to the dish. Topped with melted Mexican cheese, these enchiladas are sure to be a crowd-pleaser. They are easy to make and can be customized with additional ingredients such as beans, rice, or vegetables according to individual taste preferences. Serve with a side of vegetables or a salad for a balanced meal.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2.	Cook the ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up into small pieces as it cooks, until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
3.	Add the can of red enchilada sauce to the skillet with the ground beef and stir to combine.
4.	To assemble the enchiladas, spoon some of the beef mixture onto each flour tortilla, top with shredded Mexican cheese, and roll up tightly. Place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
5.	Pour any remaining beef mixture over the enchiladas, top with more shredded cheese, and bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

These beef enchiladas are a crowd-pleaser and perfect for a hearty dinner with family or friends.
They are easy to make and can be customized to suit individual tastes, making them a versatile meal option.

CONS

These enchiladas can be high in calories and fat due to the ground beef and cheese.
They may not be ideal for those following a low-fat or low-calorie diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these enchiladas may not be the healthiest meal option, they do provide a good source of protein from the ground beef and can be balanced out with a side of vegetables or a salad. The red enchilada sauce may also contain beneficial nutrients such as vitamin C and antioxidants depending on the brand.