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a rectangular baking dish filled with two enchiladas topped with sour cream.
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Beef Enchiladas For One

These beef enchiladas are made with two flour tortillas filled with seasoned ground beef and cheese, topped with enchilada sauce, and baked for 20 minutes.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: beef enchiladas, enchiladas, ground beef, ground beef enchiladas, small batch beef enchiladas, small batch enchiladas
Servings: 1 serving
Author: Joanie Zisk

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 ounces ground beef
  • ¼ cup chopped onions
  • 1 clove garlic -minced
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon chili powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 (8-inch) flour tortillas
  • ⅓ cup plus 2 tablespoons enchilada sauce
  • Optional for topping: chopped green onions, chopped tomatoes, sliced black olives, and/or sour cream.
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Instructions

  • Preheat the Oven: Heat oven to 350°F (177°C).
  • Cook the Onions and Garlic: In a 10-inch skillet over medium heat, heat oil for 30 seconds. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
  • Cook the Beef: Add ground beef, salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 8 minutes.
  • Drain the Beef: Remove the pan from heat and transfer the cooked beef to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
  • Prepare the Baking Dish: Spread 2 tablespoons of enchilada sauce over the bottom of a small baking dish.
  • Fill and Roll the Tortillas: Warm tortillas until pliable. Place 1 tablespoon of cheese in the center of each tortilla, then divide the beef evenly between them. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  • Add Sauce and Cheese: Pour ⅓ cup of enchilada sauce over the tortillas and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
  • Bake: Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted. Serve hot.

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Notes

  • Add Heat: Mix in chopped jalapeños or serrano peppers for extra spice.
  • Customize the Toppings: Try fresh tomatoes, cilantro, black olives, or sour cream for added flavor and texture.
  • Go Green: Swap red enchilada sauce for green to change up the flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 774kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 40g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 1133mg | Potassium: 448mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1100IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 418mg | Iron: 4mg

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