Best 6 Beef Enchilada Burritos Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful fusion of Mexican and American flavors with our enticing Beef Enchilada Burritos! These delectable burritos are a symphony of zesty enchilada sauce, tender shredded beef, melted cheese, and a medley of flavorful fillings, all wrapped in a soft and fluffy tortilla. With three irresistible variations – classic beef, creamy poblano, and spicy chipotle – these burritos cater to every palate, offering a tantalizing journey through a spectrum of tastes. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SMOTHERED SKILLET BEEF BURRITOS



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Love burritos and enchiladas? With these hearty burritos, smothered in enchilada sauce, you never have to choose a favorite! They come together in one skillet for a quick dinner that's packed with Mexican flavor.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1/2 cup diced onion
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ original taco seasoning mix
1/2 cup water
1 package (11 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 inch)
1 cup Old El Paso™ refried beans (from 16-oz can)
1 1/2 cups cooked rice
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (8 oz)
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce
Chopped fresh cilantro leaves, if desired
Lime wedges, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. In 12-inch ovenproof skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add beef and onion; cook 6 to 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown. Drain, and return mixture to skillet. Stir in taco seasoning mix and water. Cook over medium heat 2 to 3 minutes longer or until thickened. Transfer to medium bowl. Clean out skillet; spray with cooking spray.
  • Place tortillas on work surface. Divide refried beans, rice and beef mixture among centers of tortillas in 4-inch long strip. Evenly top with 1 cup of the cheese. Roll up into burritos, and place seam side down in skillet. Bake 25 minutes.
  • Drizzle with enchilada sauce; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Bake 8 to 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and burritos are heated through (165°F). Serve with cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 38 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1070 mg, Sugar 2 g, TransFat 1 1/2 g

BEEF ENCHILADAS II



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Simple and quick beef enchiladas. Ground beef and onion are wrapped in flour tortillas, topped with Cheddar cheese and black olives, then baked. This is also great with leftover chicken, shredded beef or turkey. Serve with a green salad or beans and rice.

Provided by Becky

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
1 (1.5 ounce) package dry enchilada sauce mix
10 (10 inch) flour tortillas
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). In a medium skillet over medium high heat, cook the ground beef and onion until beef is evenly browned and onion is tender.
  • Prepare the enchilada sauce according to package directions. Pour 1/4 cup of the sauce into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • On each flour tortilla, place an equal portion of the ground beef mixture and about 1 ounce of Cheddar cheese, reserving at least 1/2 cup of cheese. Then tightly roll the tortillas and place seam side down in the baking dish.
  • Pour the remaining sauce over the top of the enchiladas and sprinkle with the remaining cheese and olives.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and cheese is thoroughly melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.8 calories, Carbohydrate 40.5 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 22.2 g, SaturatedFat 9.5 g, Sodium 1273.7 mg, Sugar 1.8 g

SHREDDED BEEF ENCHILADAS



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Beef Enchiladas made with tender shredded beef cooked in a simple homemade enchilada sauce, then layered in tortillas and cheese to make delectable enchiladas.

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Main Course

Time 8h20m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 1/2 pounds chuck roast
salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 cups low-sodium beef broth
1 cup salsa (, your favorite kind, or substitute a can of diced tomatoes with green chiles)
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 Tablespoons cornstarch + 2 Tablespoons waters (, mixed together to make a cornstarch slurry)
10- 12 flour tortillas (, or 12-15 corn tortillas (warmed on a dry hot skillet first))
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Season the roast on all sides with salt and pepper and place it in the bottom of your slow cooker.
  • Whisk together beef broth, salsa, cumin, chili powder, oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder. Pour over roast.
  • Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours or until beef is tender and shreds easily. Remove roast to a large plate and shred.
  • Pour the sauce from the slow cooker into a saucepan over medium heat. Slowly whisk in cornstarch slurry. Cook for a few minutes until sauce begins to thicken. Taste and add additional salt and pepper, or other seasonings, if needed.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Pour 1/2 cup of sauce over the beef and toss. Fill each tortilla with a spoonful of shredded beef and shredded cheese. Roll up and place in the pan, seam-side down.
  • Pour desired amount of sauce over the enchiladas. Top with remaining cheese. Bake for 30 minutes, until bubbly.
  • Serve topped with optional garnishes of pico de gallo, sour cream, avocado, chopped cilantro or green onions and a side of Authentic Mexican Rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 83 mg, Sodium 736 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, ServingSize 1 serving

BEEF ENCHILADAS



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This beef enchiladas recipe is made with a delicious (and easy!) homemade red enchilada sauce, and it's guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser!

Provided by Ali

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 batch red enchilada sauce (or 15 ounces store-bought red enchilada sauce)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small white onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 pounds (24 ounces) lean ground beef
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
fine sea salt and freshly-cracked black pepper
8 large flour tortillas*
3 cups Mexican-blend shredded cheese
toppings: fresh cilantro, chopped red onions, diced avocado, sour cream, and/or crumbled cotija cheese

Steps:

  • Prepare the enchilada sauce according to recipe instructions.
  • Heat oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and sauté for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the ground beef and cumin and sauté for 5 minutes or until completely browned, crumbling the beef with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Stir in the beans and green chiles until combined. Season the mixture with a few generous pinches of salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Heat oven to 350°F (180°C). Spread 1/2 cup of the enchilada sauce evenly along the bottom of a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
  • . To assemble the enchiladas, set up an assembly line including: tortillas, enchilada sauce, beef filling, and cheese. Lay out a tortilla, and spread two tablespoons of sauce over the surface of the tortilla. Add a generous spoonful of the beef filling in a line down the center of the tortilla, then sprinkle with 1/3 cup cheese. Roll up the tortilla and place it in the prepared baking dish. Assemble the remaining enchiladas. Spread any remaining sauce evenly over the top of the enchiladas, followed by any extra cheese.
  • Bake uncovered for 20 minutes, or until the enchiladas are cooked through and the tortillas are slightly crispy on the outside. Transfer the baking dish to a wire rack.
  • Serve the enchiladas immediately while they're nice and hot, garnished with lots of your favorite toppings. Enjoy!

ENCHILADA-STYLE BURRITOS



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"Our family loves Mexican food, but I couldn't find a recipe for homemade burritos that we liked as much as the frozen varieties," comments Terry Ann Christensen of Roy, Utah. "So I came up with a not-too-spicy homemade sauce that dresses them up."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 frozen prepared bean and cheese burritos
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1-3/4 cups water
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon beef bouillon granules
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend or cheddar cheese
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained, optional
1/3 cup chopped green onions

Steps:

  • Place frozen burritos in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; set aside. In a saucepan, melt butter. Stir in flour until a smooth; gradually stir in water. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add the tomato sauce, chili powder, bouillon, cumin and salt. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until thickened., Pour over the burritos. Sprinkle with cheese, olives if desired and onions. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 524 calories, Fat 26g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 59mg cholesterol, Sodium 1751mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN BEEF BURRITOS



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We became acquainted with Mexican food after moving to Arizona from the Midwest. I got this beef burrito recipe from my brother-in-law, who ran a Mexican restaurant. -Jacqueline Hergert, Payson, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 to 2-1/2 pounds beef top round steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 large onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15 ounces) enchilada sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 to 2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cold water
8 flour tortillas (10 inches)
Diced tomatoes, sliced ripe olives, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, shredded lettuce and/or guacamole, optional

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown meat in oil; drain. Add onions and garlic; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add the enchilada sauce, tomatoes, chilies, salt and pepper; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 2 hours or until meat is tender. , Combine flour and water; add to beef mixture, stirring constantly. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 1 minute or until thickened. , Warm tortillas; spoon 1/2 cup filling, off center, on each one. Fold sides and bottom of tortilla over filling, then roll up. Spoon a little more filling over top of burritos. Serve immediately. Garnish with tomatoes, olives, cheese, sour cream, onions, lettuce and/or guacamole if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 446 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 973mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better your enchilada burritos will taste. Look for fresh, ripe vegetables and lean ground beef.
  • Season your meat well: Don't be afraid to use plenty of spices and seasonings when cooking your ground beef. This will give your enchilada burritos a flavorful filling.
  • Use a good quality enchilada sauce: The enchilada sauce is a key component of these burritos, so make sure you use a sauce that you enjoy the taste of. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own.
  • Don't overstuff your burritos: Overstuffed burritos are difficult to roll and will fall apart easily. Be sure to fill your burritos evenly and tightly, but not too tightly.
  • Cook your burritos until they are golden brown and crispy: This will help to seal in the flavor and prevent them from falling apart.

Conclusion:

Beef enchilada burritos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or for a fun and festive party food. With a few simple tips, you can make the best beef enchilada burritos that will be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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