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Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas

These Easy Ground Beef Enchiladas are a comforting dish featuring hearty ground beef, soft tortillas, zesty enchilada sauce, and melted cheese, perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 can (15 ounces) enchilada sauce
  • 8 pieces flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Sour cream and cilantro for serving (optional) Great for added flavor

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a medium skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink.
  3. Add diced onion, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
  4. Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave for 30 seconds to make them pliable.
Assembly
  1. Spread a couple of spoonfuls of the cooked ground beef mixture down the center of each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, and roll them up tightly.
  2. Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down in a greased baking dish, pour the enchilada sauce over the top, and top with remaining cheese.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  2. Let the enchiladas cool for a few minutes before serving, garnishing with sour cream and cilantro if desired.

Notes

For variations, you can use ground chicken or turkey. Ensure not to overfill the enchiladas for best results. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. To reheat, bake covered at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes.