Description
5 Ingredient Beef Enchiladas deliver rich, savory flavor with minimal effort. Ground beef, enchilada sauce, and melted cheese create a comforting, family-friendly meal perfect for busy nights.
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 can (15 oz) enchilada sauce
8 small flour tortillas
2 cups shredded cheese
1 can (15 oz) black beans (optional)
Instructions
1. Cook ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned.
2. Drain excess fat and stir in enchilada sauce.
3. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to combine flavors.
4. Warm tortillas until soft and flexible.
5. Spoon beef mixture into each tortilla and add cheese.
6. Roll tortillas and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
7. Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas.
8. Top with remaining cheese.
9. Bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes until bubbly.
10. Let cool slightly and serve.
Notes
Do not overfill tortillas to prevent tearing.
Let enchiladas rest before baking for better structure.
Use corn tortillas for gluten-free option.
Store leftovers in fridge up to 3 days.
Reheat in oven for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican