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5-Ingredient Beef Enchiladas

Delicious, saucy, and incredibly easy 5-ingredient beef enchiladas made with seasoned ground beef, soft tortillas, rich enchilada sauce, and plenty of melted cheese. A perfect weeknight Tex-Mex comfort meal ready in under 30 minutes.
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Calories: 390
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 can 10 oz red enchilada sauce
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar or Mexican blend
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning optional, enhances flavor
  • Sour cream
  • Cilantro
  • Jalapeños
  • Diced tomatoes
  • Green onions

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain if needed.
  3. Stir in half of the enchilada sauce and the taco seasoning (if using). Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
  4. Warm the tortillas to make them flexible.
  5. Add a spoonful of the beef mixture into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
  6. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top, covering all tortillas.
  7. Sprinkle generously with shredded cheese.
  8. Bake for 18–20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Garnish with sour cream, cilantro, jalapeños, or your favorite toppings.
  10. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

• Feel free to use ground turkey or chicken instead of beef.
• Corn tortillas give a more traditional enchilada texture.
• Add black beans, corn, or green chiles for extra flavor.
• Make ahead: assemble enchiladas and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
• For a crispier top, broil for 1–2 minutes at the end.
Approximate per serving: Carbs 32g – Protein 23g – Fat 18g – Fiber 3g.