Easy 5 Ingredient Beef Enchiladas
Easy 5 Ingredient Beef Enchiladas are a quick and satisfying dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Mexico to your dinner table. With tender ground beef, melty cheese, and zesty enchilada sauce wrapped in warm tortillas, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Ready in just 30 minutes, these enchiladas are sure to become a family favorite and can be easily customized with your preferred toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until crumbly. Drain excess fat and add diced onions; cook until softened.
- Stir in enchilada sauce and let simmer for 2 minutes.
- On each tortilla, spoon some beef mixture and sprinkle cheese before rolling tightly and placing seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over rolled tortillas, topping with extra cheese.
- Bake for about 20 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg