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Tex-Mex Beef Enchiladas

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These cheesy, saucy Tex-Mex beef enchiladas are packed with flavor and smothered in a rich red enchilada sauce. They’re made with seasoned ground beef, melty cheese, and soft corn tortillas, then baked to perfection. Perfect for a family dinner or a cozy meal!


Ingredients

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For the Beef Filling:

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes (drained)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

For the Enchilada Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup tomato sauce

For Assembling:

 

  • 8 small corn tortillas
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  • Make the Enchilada Sauce:

    • Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
    • Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute until golden.
    • Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
    • Gradually whisk in chicken broth and tomato sauce. Simmer for 5-7 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat.
  • Prepare the Beef Filling:

    • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
    • Add onions and garlic, cooking for 2 minutes until softened.
    • Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
    • Mix in diced tomatoes and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Assemble the Enchiladas:

    • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
    • Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
    • Warm tortillas slightly to prevent cracking.
    • Spoon beef filling into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  • Bake:

    • Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas.
    • Sprinkle with shredded Mexican cheese blend.
    • Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 5 minutes until cheese is bubbly.

 

  • Serve:

    • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • For extra heat, add diced jalapeños to the filling.

 

  • Serve with sour cream, guacamole, or a side of Mexican rice.