Enchilada Recipe
Ground beef, shredded beef, chicken, or cheese.
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Ingredients
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Protein
Vegetables
Enchilada Sauce
Other
Method
Preparation
- 1
Cook the Meat
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef, cooking until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. If using shredded chicken or beef, heat them through in the skillet for about 5 minutes.
- 2
- 3
Season the Mixture
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine and let cook for another 2 minutes.
Assembling the Enchiladas
- 4
Prepare Tortillas
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a small amount of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a large baking dish.
- 5
Fill the Tortillas
Take a tortilla and add a generous scoop of the meat and vegetable mixture in the center. Top with a sprinkle of shredded cheese, then roll the tortilla tightly.
- 6
Place in Baking Dish
Place the rolled tortilla seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat until all tortillas are filled and placed in the dish.
- 7
Add Sauce and Cheese
Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the filled tortillas, ensuring they are well covered. Sprinkle any remaining cheese on top.
Baking
- 8
Bake the Enchiladas
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serving
- 9
Garnish and Serve
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Top with sour cream and fresh cilantro before serving.
