Description
Effortless Cheesy Beef Enchirito is the ultimate comfort food, combining savory ground beef and gooey cheese wrapped in warm tortillas. This quick and flavorful dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, bringing everyone together for a cheesy delight. With customizable toppings, it’s an easy way to satisfy any crowd’s cravings. Get ready to enjoy a delicious meal that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional)
- 1/2 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned; drain excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning to the beef, stir well, and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Place seasoned beef down the center of each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, and roll tightly.
- Arrange enchiritos seam-side down in a baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve topped with sour cream, salsa, green onions, and cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchirito (200g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For a lighter option, substitute ground turkey or chicken. - Add black beans or corn for extra nutrition. - Unbaked enchiritos can be frozen; just thaw overnight before baking.