This simple to make, Easy Beef Enchiladas Recipe serves up those delightfully satisfying Mexican dinner flavors you’ve been craving!
Then… indulge even more when you make these comforting Creamy Chicken Enchiladas, too!

Easy Beef Enchiladas Recipe
You’re about to create some happy smiles all around your dinner table when you serve up this Easy Beef Enchiladas Recipe!
Sandy writes: "Delicious!! I have made this twice so far and each time the dish is empty."
I guess you won’t need to find space in the refrigerator to store your beef enchilada leftovers!
These tempting cheesy beef enchiladas are packed with all the right flavors.
The kind of flavors that will bring everyone back for seconds… and even thirds!
You’re about to indulge in cheesy beefy goodness, paired with rich enchilada sauce… and a fabulous homemade seasoning. The result is an irresistibly satisfying experience!
This really is the ultimate Mexican Dinner. These Ground Beef Enchiladas are kid-approved, simple to make, and oh-so delicious!
They serve up a no hassle dinner solution that is perfect for your busy weeknights!
So skip those complicated recipes and make these authentic Beef Enchiladas instead!
You only need 8 easy ingredients!
So go grab out your casserole dish and these ingredients…
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Easy Beef Enchiladas Ingredients
It takes just a few simple ingredients to make the best Homemade Beef Enchiladas!
Here’s what you need to add to your grocery shopping list to make this recipe…
- Flour Tortillas – I like to use Soft Taco size
- Ground Beef
- Homemade Taco Seasoning
- Enchilada Sauce – I recommend using the name brand specified for best flavor.
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Onion
- Diced Green Chiles
- Cooking Oil
- *optional toppings: shredded lettuce, sour cream, and chopped green onions.
You’ll also need a 9×13 baking dish to get the job done.
How To Make This Easy Beef Enchiladas Recipe
It’s actually so EASY to make these cheesy Beef Enchiladas!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Brown your beef and sauté your onion, then stir in the seasoning mix.
2. Mix up the specified ingredients in a mixing bowl.
2. Then fill each tortilla, roll, and place in your baking dish as directed.
3. Pour the remaining sauce over your beef enchiladas, then sprinkle with cheese.
4. Bake your beef enchiladas until done.
Once done, garnish your cheesy beef enchiladas with shredded lettuce, sour cream, and chopped green onions.
Now… the last thing to do is to serve them up and enjoy every last delicious bite!
See… I told you this was going to be EASY!!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
What To Serve With Beef Enchiladas
This Mexican dinner is packed with tantalizing, crowd pleasing flavors every one will love!
But do you want to make your tasty beef enchiladas even better?
These easy dinner sides serve up big, family pleasing flavors with hardly any effort… and they create the perfect pairing for your easy beef enchiladas recipe…
- Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe
- Mexican Style Rice
- Your favorite Tortilla Chips served with Fresh Blender Salsa or Skillet Chili Queso Dip
- Fresh Homemade Guacamole
- Cornbread Muffins topped with Butter
- Dinner Rolls
- Fresh Green Salad
Enchilada Variations
Want to change things up a bit? Go for it!
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Easy Beef Enchiladas Reviews
What Your Frugal Friends Are Saying About This Easy Beef Enchiladas Recipe…
Cheri writes: “So delicious and easy!”
Kate writes: “Super simple and delicious! Definitely making a bigger batch next time.”
Sandy writes: “Delicious!! I have made this twice so far and each time the dish is empty.”
Bridget writes: “Delicious, just the right amount of spice and beef-to-sauce ratio.”
Robin writes: “Easy Enchiladas were a hit with the whole family and my pocketbook!”
Laura writes: “These were amazing!! I let them set in the fridge before putting them in the oven and it made the tortillas nice and soft…. just like in the restaurant!”
Beth writes: “Love it! Even the kiddos enjoy it. We do ours without onions for the sake of picky eaters. Still delicious!!”
Tara writes: “Kids normally don’t care for Taco night… they gave this Enchilada recipe a thumbs up!”
Meaghan writes: “Simple and delicious. I added corn to the enchilada mixture and topped with lettuce and sour cream.”
Jordan writes: “Easy to change up the recipe to fit your preferences!”
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Easy Beef Enchiladas Recipe
Ingredients
- 8 large Flour Tortillas (I like to use Mission Soft Taco size)
- 1.5 lb Ground Beef
- 1 Serving Homemade Taco Seasoning
- 3/4 cup chopped White Onion
- 26 oz. La Victoria Enchilada Sauce (1 can)
- 4 oz. Diced Green Chiles can
- 3 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese (use Sharp for extra flavor)
- 1 tbsp Canola Oil or Avocado Oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Spray 9×13 casserole dish with Pam Nonstick Cooking Spray.
- Add Oil, Ground Beef, and Chopped Onions to frying pan.
- Brown beef / grill onions in frying pan.
- Drain juices from meat and stir in 1/3 cup water mixed with 1 serving Homemade Taco Seasoning.
- Bring seasoned beef/onion mixture to simmer for 5 minutes.
- Transfer beef/onion mixture to medium bowl.
- Mix browned Beef and Onion, 1 cup Enchilada Sauce, 1 cup Cheese, and Green Chiles.
- Fill each tortilla with mixture, and roll up. Place seam side down in a row in your casserole dish.
- Pour remaining Enchilada Sauce over tortillas and sprinkle remaining grated cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
- Optional: Garnish with shredded Lettuce, Sour Cream and chopped Green Onions. ENJOY!!
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Adina says
My Family absolutely loved this recipe!
Heidi says
Aww… thanks, Adina! I’m so glad everyone in your family enjoyed it! My kids and hubby love this one, too. 🙂