Description
These delicious Ground Beef Enchiladas are a family favorite, featuring tender tortillas stuffed with seasoned beef, Spanish rice, and plenty of cheese. Topped with rich enchilada sauce, they’re a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (6.8 ounce) box Spanish rice and pasta mix (such as Rice-A-Roni)
- 2 tablespoons butter (for the rice)
- 1 (10 ounce) can mild Rotel (for the rice)
- 2 cups water (for the rice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced small
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- ¼ teaspoon taco seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2 cans (10 ounce each) enchilada sauce
- 10 (8-inch) flour tortillas, warmed
- 1 2/3 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- Fresh chopped cilantro, for garnish
- Sour cream, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the rice: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the Spanish rice and pasta mix and cook according to package instructions, using the water and Rotel in place of plain water for extra flavor. Once cooked, set aside.
- Cook the beef: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Season the beef: Once the beef is fully cooked, stir in the taco seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and remove from heat.
- Assemble the enchiladas: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spread a small amount of enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Place a warm tortilla on a flat surface and add a few tablespoons of rice, followed by a scoop of the seasoned ground beef mixture. Sprinkle with some cheddar cheese, then roll up the tortilla tightly and place it seam side down in the baking dish.
- Top with sauce and cheese: Repeat with the remaining tortillas. Once all enchiladas are in the dish, pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese.
- Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20-25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and serve with sour cream on the side.
Notes
- You can substitute the ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- To make this dish spicier, use a can of spicy Rotel or add diced jalapeños to the beef mixture.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the meat and add black beans or sautéed vegetables instead.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican