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Easy and Delicious 5 Ingredient Beef Enchiladas You’ll Love

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Learn how to make delicious 5 Ingredient Beef Enchiladas. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

When I think about what makes a recipe truly special, it’s the balance between ease and flavor. These 5 Ingredient Beef Enchiladas are exactly that. Whether you’re juggling work, kids, or just looking for a fuss-free dinner, this recipe delivers big on taste with very little effort. The minimal ingredients don’t mean minimal flavor—thanks to quality beef, a rich cheese blend, and a robust enchilada sauce, every bite bursts with warmth and tradition.

My mother, Elena, always said cooking should be joyful, not stressful. Those words stuck with me, especially when I’m in the kitchen with my girls, trying to get dinner on the table before bedtime stories. This recipe honors that philosophy. Plus, it’s a great way to introduce kids to classic Mexican flavors while keeping things approachable. I’ve watched Olivia’s eyes light up the first time she bit into these enchiladas—it’s those little moments that make cooking so rewarding.

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly with cooking spray or a bit of oil.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. I love how the aroma of onion cooking fills the kitchen—it reminds me of my Nonna Rosa’s house, where those scents always meant something delicious was on the way.
  3. Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in ½ cup of the enchilada sauce into the beef mixture to keep it moist and flavorful.
  5. Warm the tortillas briefly in the microwave or on a dry skillet to make them pliable—this step is crucial to avoid tearing when rolling.
  6. Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the beef mixture onto each tortilla, sprinkle with a bit of cheese, and roll it up tightly. Place the rolled enchiladas seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  7. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the top of the rolled tortillas, making sure to coat each one.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining 1 ½ cups of cheese generously over the sauce-covered enchiladas. I usually sneak a little extra cheese on top—because, why not?
  9. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden. The kitchen will smell irresistible by the time they’re ready.
  10. Let them cool for 5 minutes before serving. This resting time helps everything set and makes rolling the enchiladas onto plates easier.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

Find it online: https://sofiacooking.com/5-ingredient-beef-enchiladas/