Ground Beef Enchiladas with Red Sauce

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These cheesy ground beef enchiladas with red sauce are an easy ground beef recipe your family will crave. Perfect for busy weeknights, they’re one of the best hamburger recipes you can make. Try this comforting Tex-Mex favorite tonight!

Why You’ll Love It

A comforting ground beef meal with bold Tex-Mex flavors.
Ready in under 40 minutes—weeknight dinner perfection.
Uses pantry staples: tortillas, beef, and canned enchilada sauce.
Family-friendly, cheesy, and customizable with toppings.
Leftovers taste even better the next day.

Ingredients / What You’ll Need

Ground beef – lean works best.
Tortillas – flour or corn, your choice.
Red enchilada sauce – canned or homemade.
Shredded cheese – cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend.
Onion & garlic – for savory flavor.
Spices – chili powder, cumin, paprika.
Olive oil – for sautéing.
Optional: sour cream, cilantro, jalapeños for serving.

How to Make It

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onion and garlic until softened.
Add ground beef, cook until browned; season with chili powder, cumin, and paprika.
Stir in ½ cup red enchilada sauce and a handful of cheese.
Spoon beef mixture into tortillas, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in baking dish.
Pour remaining red enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas.
Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
Bake uncovered 20–25 minutes, until bubbly and golden.

Pro Tips

Warm tortillas briefly so they don’t crack when rolling.
Use a mix of cheeses for the gooey factor.
Add a splash of beef broth if the filling feels too dry.
Let the enchiladas rest 5 minutes before slicing.
Serve with fresh lime wedges for brightness.

Variations & Substitutions

Swap ground beef for ground turkey or chicken.
Use green enchilada sauce instead of red for a twist.
Add black beans or corn to the filling.
Make it spicy with jalapeños or chipotle peppers.
Go low-carb with low-carb tortillas or lettuce wraps.

Storage & Reheat

Fridge: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze unbaked enchiladas up to 2 months; thaw before baking.
Reheat: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15–20 minutes or microwave single servings.

What to Serve With It

Mexican rice
Black beans or refried beans.
Fresh guacamole and chips.
Simple side salad with lime dressing.
Sweet corn on the cob.

Can I make these enchiladas ahead of time?

Yes! Assemble them in the morning, refrigerate, and bake at dinner.

Can I use homemade enchilada sauce?

Absolutely—it makes them taste extra fresh.

Do flour or corn tortillas work better?

Both work—flour gives a softer texture, corn gives authentic flavor.

How do I keep tortillas from getting soggy?

Lightly toast them in a skillet before rolling.

Conclusion

These ground beef enchiladas with red sauce are the ultimate comfort food—savory, cheesy, and ready in under 40 minutes. They’re one of those easy ground beef recipes that you’ll come back to again and again. Serve them with rice, beans, and plenty of toppings, and dinner is officially a fiesta!