Ground beef enchiladas are quick and easy but don’t be afraid to experiment with shredded pork or leftover baked chicken breasts!
Ground Beef Enchiladas
Ground beef enchiladas are one of our favorites dinners along with creamy chicken enchiladas. Take your tex-mex game to the next level with this easy recipe!
How to Make Beef Enchilada Sauce
How to Make Enchilada Sauce: Making a beef enchilada casserole is super easy! I prefer to use Homemade Enchilada Sauce but if using canned sauce instead, I usually mix in a little more cumin, red chile, or even salsa. Tortillas: Traditional enchiladas use corn tortillas but if you’d prefer flour, those will work too. To keep corn tortillas from cracking when you roll them, be sure to heat them according to package directions. I usually heat them directly over my gas stove for a moment or two. Filling: Most beef enchilada recipes leave wiggle room for more or less of your favorite ingredients. I add pinto beans but black beans work well too.
How to Make Beef Enchiladas
Now for the fun part – assembling these enchiladas!
How long to cook enchiladas: You’ll want to cook these beef enchiladas about 20 minutes or so. When cooking enchiladas, you’re more just heating things through since they’re already cooked. Cool about 10 minutes before serving. Serve with a dollop of sour cream, extra cheese and some cold cervezas (or Mango Margaritas)!
How Do You Store or Freeze Beef Enchiladas?
If there are any left, you mean! Store your beef enchilada casserole in an airtight container and place it in the fridge. For freezing an entire pan of beef enchiladas, it’s a good idea to line the casserole dish with aluminum foil before assembling the ingredients. After they are baked, cool completely in the fridge and then cover and freeze. After your enchilada casserole is completely frozen, gently lift it from the casserole dish and wrap, label and return to the freezer. You can also divide the portions and separately wrap and label them as well for a quick and tasty office lunch or quickie dinner for two!
More Recipes You’ll Love
Beef Enchilada Dip – a delicious appetizer! Beef Enchilada Casserole – so easy Crockpot Shredded Chicken – great for enchiladas! Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup – so easy Cilantro Lime Rice – another great side! Veggie Enchiladas – perfect for a meatless meal
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