Best 7 Refried Bean And Cheese Enchiladas Recipes

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**Enchiladas: A Culinary Journey Through Mexico's Beloved Dish**

Enchiladas, a quintessential Mexican dish, have captured the hearts and palates of food enthusiasts worldwide. These delightful creations consist of corn tortillas filled with various fillings, such as savory meats, delectable vegetables, or a combination of both, and smothered in a rich, flavorful sauce. The versatility of enchiladas allows for endless variations, each offering a unique taste experience.

This article presents a culinary journey through the world of enchiladas, featuring three distinct recipes that showcase the diverse flavors and textures of this beloved dish. From the classic Beef and Bean Enchiladas, bursting with savory ground beef and tender beans, to the vegetarian-friendly Roasted Vegetable Enchiladas, brimming with colorful roasted vegetables, and the indulgent Chicken Enchiladas Verdes, smothered in a creamy tomatillo sauce, this collection promises to satisfy every craving.

Each recipe is meticulously crafted to ensure an authentic and delicious enchilada experience. Detailed instructions guide you through every step of the process, from preparing the filling to assembling and baking the enchiladas. Tips and suggestions are provided to help you achieve the perfect balance of flavors and textures.

Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, this article will equip you with the knowledge and skills to create mouthwatering enchiladas that will impress your family and friends. Embark on this culinary adventure and discover the magic of enchiladas, a dish that truly embodies the vibrant spirit of Mexican cuisine.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

REFRIED BEAN ENCHILADAS



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These yummy meatless bundles are so fast and easy to prepare. The recipe, which came from my sister-in-law, is a favorite for both our families. -Carolyn Sykora, Bloomer, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 cups vegetarian refried beans
1 cup 1% cottage cheese
1-1/2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
4-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups water
1 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion
12 flour tortillas (6 inches)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the beans, cottage cheese and 1 cup cheddar cheese; set aside. For sauce, in a large nonstick skillet, whisk the oil, flour, chili powder, garlic powder and salt until smooth. Gradually stir in the water, vinegar and onion. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Remove from the heat., Dip both sides of each tortilla into sauce. Place about 1/2 cup bean mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down in a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Pour remaining sauce over top; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover and bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 11g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 22mg cholesterol, Sodium 729mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

REFRIED BEAN AND CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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Very yummy! I grew up making these with my mom and sisters, and everyone I knew loved them! They're easy to make and incredibly tempting! Add chicken or cilantro if you like. I suggest pairing it with easy-to-make boxed Mexican rice.

Provided by hunni662

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

cooking spray
2 (16 ounce) cans refried beans
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
½ cup chopped onion
12 small corn tortillas
2 (10 ounce) cans red enchilada sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Mix refried beans, 1 1/2 cup Mexican cheese blend, and onion in a microwave-safe bowl; heat in microwave until cheese is melted, about 1 minute.
  • Stack tortillas, 3 at a time, on a microwave-safe plate; heat in microwave until warmed, about 30 seconds. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Pour enough enchilada sauce onto a small plate to cover. Quickly dip both sides of each tortilla in enchilada sauce. Spoon bean filling down the middle of each dipped tortilla and wrap tortilla around filling. Arrange filled tortillas in the prepared baking dish. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over filled tortillas and sprinkle remaining cheese over sauce layer. Cover dish with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbling and cheese is melted, 35 and 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.8 calories, Carbohydrate 55.4 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 12.4 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.3 g, Sodium 1056 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

VEGETARIAN BEAN AND CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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Enchiladas can be a bit of a project, but here, the process has been streamlined, making them a truly possible weeknight endeavor. Begin by sautéing peppers, onions and garlic until charred in spots, then blend half of the vegetables with canned tomatoes and chili powder for the sauce and combine the rest with black beans, shredded cheese and cumin for the filling. If you're short on time, you could use store-bought enchilada sauce (you'll need three cups), but quality varies, so taste it and add whatever you think is missing: chipotle in adobo or chili powder for smokiness, hot sauce for heat, dried oregano or fresh cilantro for complexity and salt for overall flavor.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     dinner, weekday, burritos and nachos, casseroles, main course

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium yellow onions, finely chopped
1 red bell pepper or poblano chile, stemmed, seeded and cut into 1/4-inch pieces
4 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
Kosher salt and black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 (15-ounce) can fire-roasted tomatoes, preferably crushed (see Tip)
2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce or 1 chipotle chile in adobo, chopped (optional)
1/4 cup sour cream, plus more for serving (optional)
2 (15-ounce) cans black beans, rinsed
5 ounces mild Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, grated (about 1 1/4 cups)
10 to 12 (6-inch) soft corn or flour tortillas
Fresh cilantro leaves and stems, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 425 degrees. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high. Add the onions, bell pepper and garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and charred in spots, 6 to 8 minutes. Stir in the cumin and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  • Transfer half the vegetable mixture to a blender; add the tomatoes, chili powder and hot sauce. Blend until very smooth. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (If your blender isn't particularly strong and the sauce looks more like a chunky purée, add 1/4 cup sour cream and blend again until smooth.)
  • Add the black beans and 1/2 cup cheese to the remaining vegetables in the skillet and stir to combine. Some canned beans are already salted, so taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  • Spread out the tortillas directly on the oven rack and heat until warmed and pliable, 1 to 2 minutes, then wrap in a kitchen towel to keep warm. Pour half the enchilada sauce (about 1 1/2 cups) into a medium casserole dish or a 9-by-13-inch baking pan and spread it to cover the bottom of the dish.
  • Line up the filling, tortillas and baking dish in a row. Place a little more than 1/4 cup of the bean mixture in the center of one tortilla. Roll up the tortilla and place in the casserole dish, seam-side down. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
  • Pour the remaining sauce over the enchiladas, then sprinkle with the remaining 3/4 cup cheese. Bake until the cheese has melted, about 10 minutes. Top with sour cream and cilantro and serve immediately.

BLACK BEAN AND CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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These cheesy black bean enchiladas are a perfect weeknight dinner ready in one hour!

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (15 oz) Progresso® black beans, drained, rinsed
1 package (11 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 tortillas; 8 inch), heated
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (8 oz)
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ enchilada sauce
1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (2 oz)
Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Heat oil in 10-inch skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cumin; cook and stir until onion is tender. Stir in beans.
  • Place about 3 tablespoons bean mixture in center of each warm tortilla. Top each with 1/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese. Roll up tightly; place, seam side down, in baking dish. Spoon enchilada sauce over tortillas. Spray sheet of foil with cooking spray; cover baking dish with foil, sprayed side down.
  • Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until thoroughly heated. Sprinkle with Cheddar cheese. Serve enchiladas with salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 660, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 16 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1170 mg, Sugar 4 g

BEAN AND CHEESE ENCHILADAS



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Easy meatless enchilada. I use a mild sauce but hot works if you like the "heat". Serve with a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Provided by Mikekey *

Categories     Tacos & Burritos

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 (7-inch size) flour tortillas
1 1/2 c mexican cheese blend, shredded, divided ( or cheddar)
1 can(s) (10 oz) red enchilada sauce (i like old el paso)
1 can(s) (16 oz) refried beans

Steps:

  • 1. Lay out tortillas on a cutting board or work board.
  • 2. Preheat oven to 350F. Coat a 9x11 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • 3. In a medium mixing bowl, mix beans, 1 cup of cheese and 2 tablespoons of enchilada sauce. Stir until combined.
  • 4. Spread 4 tablespoon enchilada sauce over bottom of baking dish.
  • 5. Divide bean mixture evenly among tortillas and spread down middle of each. Roll them up around filling and place seam side down in baking dish.
  • 6. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over tortillas and sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
  • 7. Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is bubbly.

CHICKEN AND REFRIED BEAN ENCHILADAS



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I got this recipe from Rosarita Refried Beans. It's a nice change from regular enchiladas, and very easy and tasty!

Provided by Charmie777

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
2 1/2 cups monterey jack cheese, shredded
3 cups chicken, cooked and shredded
1 (30 ounce) can refried beans
1/2 cup salsa
1/2 cup oil
2 dozen corn tortillas
2 (20 ounce) cans enchilada sauce

Steps:

  • Combine both cheeses.
  • Combine chicken, refried beans and salsa. Add 3 cups of combined cheeses.
  • Heat oil in small skillet.
  • Soften each tortilla in oil, approximately 5 seconds per side. Dip in enchilada sauce.
  • Immediately fill with some of chicken mixture; roll and place in 13x9 pan.
  • Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
  • Top enchiladas with remaining sauce and cheese.
  • Bake at 350º for 20-30 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 937.2, Fat 55.4, SaturatedFat 22.7, Cholesterol 102.7, Sodium 2394.7, Carbohydrate 75.9, Fiber 15.2, Sugar 4.3, Protein 37.5

BLACK BEAN ENCHILADAS



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Picante sauce gives lots of zip to the tasty filling in these meatless enchiladas. Each generous serving is packed with fresh-tasting ingredients-and fiber, too. -Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
2 tablespoons chicken or vegetable broth
2 cans (15 ounces each ) black beans, rinsed and drained, divided
1-1/2 cups picante sauce, divided
12 flour tortillas (6 inches)
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
3 cups shredded lettuce
Sour cream

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet, cook and stir onion and green pepper in broth for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Mash one can of black beans. Add to the skillet with 3/4 cup of picante sauce and remaining beans; heat through., Spoon 1/4 cup mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place, seam side down, in a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Combine tomatoes and remaining picante sauce; spoon over enchiladas., Cover and bake at 350° for 15 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with cheeses. Bake 5 minutes longer. To serve, place 1/2 cup lettuce on each place and top with two enchiladas. Serve with sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 442 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 1261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 63g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 10g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

Tips for Making the Best Refried Bean and Cheese Enchiladas:

  • Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your enchiladas. Look for ripe tomatoes, tender beans, and melty cheese.
  • Don't overcook the beans. Refried beans should be soft and creamy, but not mushy. Cook them just until they are heated through.
  • Use a good quality enchilada sauce. A flavorful enchilada sauce is essential for great-tasting enchiladas. You can either make your own or use a store-bought sauce.
  • Don't overfill the enchiladas. Otherwise, they will be difficult to roll and will fall apart. Aim for about 1/2 cup of filling per enchilada.
  • Bake the enchiladas until they are bubbly and hot. This will ensure that the cheese is melted and the enchiladas are cooked through.

Conclusion:

Refried bean and cheese enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your enchiladas are perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these enchiladas a try!

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