Effortless Cheesy Beef Enchirito
Effortless Cheesy Beef Enchirito offers a deliciously simple take on classic comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With flavorful ground beef, gooey cheese, and zesty enchilada sauce wrapped in soft tortillas, this dish is sure to please everyone at your table. Quick to prepare and customizable to your taste, these enchiritos will have friends and family coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack blend)
- 1 cup enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef for about 5-7 minutes; drain excess fat.
- Stir in half of the enchilada sauce and simmer for 3-5 minutes until heated through.
- Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave for 30 seconds to make them pliable.
- Spoon beef mixture onto each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, and roll tightly.
- Place rolled enchiritos seam-side down in a greased baking dish; pour remaining enchilada sauce on top and add extra cheese if desired.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Serve hot topped with sour cream and optional toppings like jalapeños or cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchirito (215g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg