Baked Beef and Bean Enchiladas

When you need a meal for dinner that is savory, easy to make, and filling I suggest you try the Baked Beef and Bean Enchiladas. These enchiladas will taste like you ordered takeout from the local restaurant.

But they will be even better when they are made with a dash of love added.

This recipe does not take shortcuts, but it is easy to make. The taste is absolutely fabulous. Your family is going to be begging for more. I suggest that this is made for tonight’s menu!

The mixture is the right blend of refried beans, Ground beef, and green chilis, with seasoning and enchilada sauce. Oh so good!

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Why You Will Love This Recipe

It’s actually easy to make. Really easy in fact.

• Homemade baked beef and bean enchiladas ideas, like this, are super filling meals.

• There’s lots of flavor here. You can make it your way, such as adding more spice if you would like to do so.
• It’s possible to turn this into a healthy baked beef and bean enchiladas version if you’re looking to cut back on calories.
• This is a great recipe to stretch a pound of beef, especially when you add lots of veggies into the meal.

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

• To make this a healthy baked beef and bean enchiladas version, switch out the ground beef for ground chicken or turkey.
• You could add black olives or any other choices that you would normally add to your Beef and Bean Enchiladas. That will give you more of a flavor profile you enjoy.
• Spice up your taco seasoning by adding a bit of hot sauce to this recipe. Choose what you love.
• Consider green enchilada sauce for a slightly tangier, more intense flavor profile.

Ingredients:

• Ground beef
• Onion chopped
• Taco seasoning
• Refried beans
• Green chilis
• Beef broth
• Enchilada sauce
• Flour tortillas
• Shredded cheese
• Green onion for garnish

How To Make Baked Beef and Bean Enchiladas:

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Step 2. In a skillet over medium high heat on the stove, saute the ground beef and onion until the onion is tender and the beef is cooked through. Drain any excess fat.

Step 3. Stir in the taco seasoning until well combined.

Step 4. Reduce the heat to medium low and mix in the refried beans, green chilis, beef broth, and enchilada sauce. Stir to combine and simmer until the mixture thickens.

Adding the refried beans.

Adding the green chilis.

Adding the beef broth.

Adding the enchilada sauce.

Step 5. Fill the tortillas with the beef and bean mixture, and roll them closed.

Then, place them in a single layer in a 9×13 baking dish, seam side down.

Step 6. Cover the tortillas with the enchilada sauce and top with the cheese.

Then top up with cheese:

Step 7. Bake for 20 minutes and then garnish with green onion before serving.

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Tips for Success

These easy baked beef and bean enchiladas for beginners are a fantastic option for those who love Mexican but want to make it ahead. To make this recipe a success, consider the following tips:

• Drain the grease. You don’t want all of that left in your dish at the end.
• It’s possible to have too much cheese. No, really. You don’t want to top with so much cheese that it cannot bake evenly.
• To make this a quick baked beef and bean enchiladas recipe, you really need to have your ground beef thawed and ready to go. 
• To make this an even better option, make this simple baked beef and bean enchiladas meal, and then portion it out. You can easily take some to work the next day.

Storage & Reheating

How would I reheat the Enchiladas?

You can easily reheat the enchiladas by placing them in a preheated 350* oven. Reheat them for 10 to 15 minutes or just until they are heated through.

How do I store the Beef and Bean Enchiladas?

When the Enchiladas have cooled to room temperature, they can be transferred to an airtight container. You can store the Beef and Bean Enchiladas in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

Can I store the Beef and Bean Enchiladas in the freezer?

Yes, the Enchiladas can be stored in the freezer. Be sure that the food has cooled to room temperature before placing it into a freezer-safe container. You can store the enchiladas in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Serving Suggestions

You don’t really need anything to go with the best baked beef and bean enchiladas recipe, but if you’re looking for something else, here are a few suggestions.

• A fresh salad will help to lighten the meal up and add some additional nutrients to the dish.
• You’ll likely want to top it with sour cream, which gives it that nice, rich flavor.
• You can serve it with a side of Spanish rice or another veggie.
• End the meal with some fresh fruit to cleanse your taste buds.

FAQs

Should I use Green or Red Enchilada Sauce?

You could use either one. This all depends on what your family prefers. They are both great sauces.

Is this a quick baked beef and bean enchiladas recipe that I can make on a weeknight?

That’s one of the best times to make this recipe. You can prep many portions of it, like the beef, the day before. Then, throw it together and bake it for a fast and easy meal.

Notes

When it comes to these easy baked beef and bean enchiladas for beginners, don’t stress about them. They can be a fabulous choice for your meal, but you don’t have to have everything on hand. If you don’t have refried beans, that’s okay.

Also, to make these really family friendly baked beef and bean enchiladas, let your kids pick and choose what they want to add to them. Giving them options could make dinnertime a big easier and it helps motivate them to engage with their food.

If you’re loving this best baked beef and bean enchiladas recipe, here are a few more beef dishes to try:

More Favorite Beef Dinner Recipes:

Michelle’s Ultimate Beef Stroganoff Casserole – Super easy to make.

Black Pepper Beef and Cabbage Stir Fry – It comes together quickly and is the perfect combination of flavors.