Awesome Beef Enchiladas Recipe

Get ready to experience pure enchilada bliss! This recipe delivers unbelievably flavorful beef enchiladas, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion. While corn tortillas are traditional, we're embracing the richness of flour tortillas for an extra-decadent touch. Feel free to add black beans to the meat mixture for added heartiness. This recipe is easily customizable to your preferences – make it your own!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 927.2 kcal
Protein 94g
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Ingredients for Awesome Beef Enchiladas

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How to Make Awesome Beef Enchiladas

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef, 1 medium onion, 1 bell pepper, and 2 cloves minced garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and vegetables are tender. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Stir in 2 tablespoons of taco seasoning and 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 4 ounces of softened cream cheese until melted and smooth. If using, stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of rinsed and drained black beans.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 13x9 inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
  5. Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  6. Warm the flour tortillas according to package directions (microwave or skillet).
  7. Spoon approximately 1/4 cup of the meat mixture into the center of each warmed tortilla.
  8. Roll up the tortillas and place them seam-down in the prepared baking dish.
  9. Pour the remaining 1 cup of enchilada sauce evenly over the enchiladas.
  10. Sprinkle generously with 2 cups of shredded Monterey Jack cheese.
  11. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Serve with rice and beans, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

117 g

Sugar

56g

Fat

126g

Carbs

22g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Awesome Beef Enchiladas?

Awesome Beef Enchiladas takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 30 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Awesome Beef Enchiladas?

Awesome Beef Enchiladas has approximately 927.2 calories per serving, with about 94 g protein, 22 g carbohydrates and 80 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Awesome Beef Enchiladas?

The key ingredients for Awesome Beef Enchiladas are Ground Beef, Onion, Bell Pepper, Garlic Cloves, Serrano Peppers, Taco Seasoning Mix. See the full list with measurements above.

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