Awesome Enchiladas
Get ready to indulge in a flavorful fiesta with these Awesome Enchiladas—a mouthwatering Mexican-inspired dish that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings. Featuring a luscious blend of spiced ground beef or shredded chicken, hearty black beans, and aromatic seasonings like smoked paprika and cumin, these enchiladas are wrapped in soft flour tortillas and smothered in rich enchilada sauce. Topped with gooey melted Mexican-style cheese and optionally garnished with fresh cilantro, this recipe is easy to prepare in under an hour. Whether served with sour cream for extra creaminess or enjoyed as is, these enchiladas deliver bold, irresistible flavors the whole family will love. Perfect for those searching for quick dinner recipes, cheesy enchiladas, or simple Mexican cuisine ideas!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 1 pound ground beef or shredded chicken
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 8 medium-sized flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded Mexican-style cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- 0.5 cup sour cream (optional for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the ground beef or shredded chicken to the skillet. Cook until fully browned or heated through, breaking up the meat as it cooks (about 6-8 minutes). Drain any excess fat, if needed.
Stir in the chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and salt. Mix well to evenly coat the meat with the seasonings.
Add the black beans to the skillet and stir to combine. Remove from heat and set aside.
Spread 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Place a tortilla on a flat surface. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the meat and bean mixture into the center of the tortilla, then sprinkle with a little shredded cheese.
Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place it seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, meat mixture, and cheese.
Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas, making sure to cover them completely.
Sprinkle the rest of the shredded cheese over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
Serve warm with a dollop of sour cream and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1454 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.5 g | 143% | |
| Saturated Fat | 48.3 g | 242% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 423 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 444 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 21.8 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 84.2 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 13.3 mg | 74% | |
| Potassium | 1706 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
