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Cheesy Chili Con Carne Enchiladas Recipe

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These Cheesy Chili Con Carne Enchiladas are a delicious and hearty Mexican-inspired dish featuring tender ground beef simmered in a flavorful chili sauce, wrapped in soft flour tortillas, and topped with melted cheddar cheese. The baking process melds the savory sauce and gooey cheese for a comforting dinner perfect for any night of the week.

Ingredients

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Meat Sauce

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/2 cup chopped white onion
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 and 1/2 cups beef broth

Enchiladas

  • 8 (8 inch) soft flour tortillas
  • 3 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Garnish

  • Chopped white onion, for garnishing
  • Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnishing

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to ensure the enchiladas don’t stick while baking.
  2. Cook Ground Beef: Heat the lean ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook it while stirring frequently to crumble the meat until it is fully browned and most of the grease has evaporated, which takes about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add Spices and Tomato Sauce: Stir in chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and kosher salt. Mix in the tomato sauce and simmer the mixture over low heat to allow the flavors to blend well.
  4. Thicken Sauce: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and beef broth until smooth. Add this mixture to the simmering meat sauce and cook on low, stirring often, until the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes. Then remove it from heat.
  5. Assemble Enchiladas: Place about 1/4 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on each tortilla and roll it up tightly. Arrange the rolled tortillas seam side down in the prepared baking dish. Reserve 1 cup of shredded cheese for topping.
  6. Add Sauce and Cheese: Pour the thickened meat sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the top to cover uniformly.
  7. Bake: Bake the assembled enchiladas in the preheated oven for 25 minutes until the sauce is bubbling along the edges and the cheese is melted and lightly browned on top.
  8. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped white onion and fresh cilantro as desired. Serve while hot for best flavor and texture.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef for a healthier dish and to reduce excess grease.
  • You can substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas if preferred, though flour tortillas keep the enchiladas softer.
  • Make the sauce spicier by adding cayenne pepper or your favorite hot sauce to taste.
  • For a creamier option, add a dollop of sour cream when serving.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.

Keywords: enchiladas, chili con carne, cheesy enchiladas, Mexican recipe, ground beef enchiladas, baked enchiladas

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