Quick and Easy Tex-Mex Beef Enchiladas: 1 Cheesy Tray of Bold, Crowd-Pleasing Flavor
Easy, cheesy beef enchiladas rolled in soft tortillas and smothered in rich enchilada sauce and melted cheese. A quick, satisfying Tex-Mex classic made in one pan.
Ingredients
1½ lbs ground beef
1 small onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
8–10 flour or corn tortillas
2 cups enchilada sauce (divided)
2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
1 tbsp olive oil
Chopped cilantro, for garnish
Sour cream and lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F. Spread ½ cup enchilada sauce in bottom of 9×13 dish.
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Sauté onion in oil. Add beef and brown. Drain excess fat.
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Stir in garlic, tomato paste, and spices. Cook 1–2 minutes.
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Fill tortillas with ¼ cup beef mixture. Roll and place seam-side down in dish.
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Top with remaining sauce and cheese. Cover with foil.
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Bake 15 minutes. Uncover and bake 5–10 more minutes until bubbly.
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Let cool briefly. Garnish and serve.
Notes
Use ground turkey or black beans for variation.
Freeze before baking for make-ahead meals.
Warm tortillas to prevent tearing.