Description

This Enchirito recipe is a delicious Tex-Mex fusion of an enchilada and a burrito, inspired by the classic Taco Bell favorite. It features seasoned ground beef, refried beans, and melty cheddar cheese rolled in large flour tortillas and baked with rich enchilada sauce. Perfect for a comforting and hearty dinner, this dish can be customized with toppings like black olives and green onions for extra flavor.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 (15 oz) can refried beans
1 (10 oz) can red enchilada sauce
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon salt
6 large flour tortillas
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
¼ cup sliced black olives (optional)
Chopped green onions for garnish (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the enchirito.
Cook the beef mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and finely chopped onion until the beef is browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat to keep the filling from being greasy. Add garlic powder, cumin, chili powder, and salt to the beef, stirring well to combine. Mix in ½ cup of the enchilada sauce and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes to meld the flavors. Remove from heat afterward.
Assemble the enchiritos: Lay each flour tortilla flat, then spread a layer of refried beans down the center. Add a scoop of the seasoned beef mixture on top of the beans, followed by a sprinkle of shredded cheddar cheese. Roll up each tortilla tightly and place them seam-side down in a lightly greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
Add sauce and toppings: Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas to cover them completely. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese on top and add sliced black olives if using for an extra touch of flavor.
Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes until the enchiritos are heated through and the cheese on top is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
Garnish and serve: Once baked, remove from the oven and garnish with chopped green onions if desired. Serve the enchiritos hot and enjoy a comforting Tex-Mex meal.

Notes

Inspired by the classic Taco Bell Enchirito, this dish blends enchiladas and burritos for a hearty Tex-Mex meal.
For extra flavor, consider adding cooked rice, diced jalapeños, or a dash of hot sauce inside the filling.
Black olives and chopped green onions are optional but add nice texture and color.
To reduce fat, use lean ground beef or substitute with ground turkey.
Ensure tortillas are large enough to hold filling without tearing.