Enchilada
Authentic enchilada recipe – learn how to make Mexican enchiladas with tortillas, enchilada sauce, cheese, beans, and chicken or beef.
Ingredients
- 8 small corn or flour tortillas
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded) or beef (ground/cooked)
- 1 cup black beans (optional)
- 1 cup corn kernels (optional)
- 1 small onion (finely chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a mix)
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
Prepare filling:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet.
- Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
- Add chicken/beef, beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3–4 minutes.
Assemble enchiladas:
- Lightly warm tortillas so they don’t crack.
- Spread 2–3 tbsp of filling and a little cheese inside each tortilla.
- Roll tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
Add Sauce & Cheese:
- Pour enchilada sauce evenly over rolled tortillas.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese on top.
Bake:
- Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve:
- Garnish with fresh cilantro, sour cream, or avocado slices.