Description
Indulge in these mouthwatering enchiladas, where soft tortillas envelop a savory blend of ground beef, onions, and cheese, all smothered in rich enchilada sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners, these vibrant rolls bring an explosion of flavors that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Customize the fillings to suit your taste and enjoy a comforting hug of deliciousness in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 flour tortillas (10-inch)
- 1 lb ground beef or chicken
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Sour cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef or chicken. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
- Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a baking dish.
- Fill each tortilla with the meat mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the dish.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over rolled tortillas and sprinkle with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian option, substitute meat with black beans or lentils. - Feel free to use corn tortillas for a gluten-free version. - Add toppings like avocado slices or jalapeños to personalize your dish.