Best 7 Creamy Cheddar Beef Enchiladas Recipes

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In the realm of comforting and delectable dishes, creamy cheddar beef enchiladas reign supreme. This culinary delight seamlessly combines tender, slow-cooked beef, a rich and flavorful cheddar cheese sauce, and the perfect balance of spices, all wrapped in warm, pillowy tortillas. Whether you are a seasoned home cook or a novice in the kitchen, this comprehensive guide will lead you on a culinary journey to create the ultimate creamy cheddar beef enchiladas. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and impress your loved ones with this mouthwatering dish.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY BEEF ENCHILADAS



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These American-style enchiladas are rich, creamy and loaded with cheese. Kids will like the texture and the fact that they have just a touch of south-of-the-border heat. -Belinda Moran, Woodbury, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 cup chopped onion
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
1 cup sour cream
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
3 cans (10 ounces each) enchilada sauce, divided
12 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add soup, sour cream, chilies, 1 cup cheese and 1/2 cup enchilada sauce; heat through., Spread 1/4 cup enchilada sauce into each of two ungreased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Place 1/2 cup beef mixture down the center of each tortilla. Roll up and place seam side down in prepared dishes. , Pour remaining enchilada sauce over top; sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake, uncovered, until heated through, 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 436 calories, Fat 22g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 1012mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

CHEDDAR BEEF ENCHILADAS



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I created these enchiladas to satisfy several picky eaters in our house. They were an instant hit and are now requested at least once a week. I especially like that we can enjoy this meal twice by freezing half for a later (and busier) day. -Stacy Cizek, Conrad, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 casseroles (3 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound ground beef
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 cup water
2 cups cooked rice
1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
12 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes. Stir in rice. Cook and stir until liquid is evaporated. , Spread about 2 tablespoons refried beans, 1/4 cup beef mixture and 1 tablespoon cheese down the center of each tortilla; roll up. Place seam side down in 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes., Combine salsa and soup; pour down the center of enchiladas. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. , Bake 1 casserole, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through and cheese is melted. Cover and freeze remaining casserole for up to 3 months., To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator overnight. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; bake 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 840 calories, Fat 33g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 88mg cholesterol, Sodium 2242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 95g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 37g protein.

CREAMY CHEDDAR BEEF ENCHILADAS



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This is an easy and delicious dinner. Add a tossed green salad and you've got a well-rounded meal!

Provided by awhita11

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup white rice
1 ½ cups water
1 pound ground beef
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 cup water
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1 cup cottage cheese
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
10 (8 inch) flour tortillas
1 (7.75 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring rice and 1 1/2 cup water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is almost tender and the liquid has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 9x13-inch baking dishes.
  • Cook beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks, until crumbly and browned, about 10 minutes. Drain excess grease and stir in onion and garlic until thoroughly combined. Stir taco seasoning and 1 cup water into the mixture, bring to a boil, and reduce heat to low; simmer 5 minutes to thicken. Gently stir in rice. Cook, stirring often, until liquid is absorbed. Mix refried beans, cottage cheese, and 1 cup Cheddar cheese into the filling and stir until fully combined.
  • Spread about 1/2 cup of filling in a line down the center of each tortilla and roll tortillas; place 5 tortillas with seam sides down into bottom of each prepared baking dish.
  • Mix enchilada sauce with sour cream in a bowl and pour half the sauce down the center of each pan of enchiladas; sprinkle tops with 1 cup Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese topping is melted and the filling is hot, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 550.4 calories, Carbohydrate 57.9 g, Cholesterol 68.3 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 25.6 g, SaturatedFat 11.7 g, Sodium 956.8 mg, Sugar 2 g

CREAMY BEEF ENCHILADAS



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I made this up because I love cream cheese.

Provided by FeatherAnnRealtor

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
½ cup chopped sweet onion
4 green onions, or to taste, chopped
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 cup chunky salsa
12 corn tortillas
1 cup shredded pepperjack cheese, divided
2 ½ cups enchilada sauce
4 ounces sliced black olives

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir taco seasoning mix into the beef; transfer to a large bowl, reserving drippings in the skillet.
  • Cook and stir sweet onion and green onion in the hot drippings until tender, 5 to 7 minutes; add to seasoned ground beef along with cream cheese and salsa. Stir the mixture until the cream cheese melts completely.
  • Arrange tortillas onto a flat work surface. Spoon even amounts of the beef mixture in a line down the center of each tortilla. Top beef with even portions of the pepperjack cheese. Roll tortillas around the filling and arrange into a baking dish. Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the tortillas; top with olives and remaining cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until cheese melts completely, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655.1 calories, Carbohydrate 42.4 g, Cholesterol 135.7 mg, Fat 39.8 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 32.6 g, SaturatedFat 18.4 g, Sodium 1421 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

AWESOME BEEF ENCHILADAS



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Oh man, I really love this recipe. It's truly awesome! Most people like corn tortillas with their enchys, but I prefer flour...by all means, go with what you like! Sometimes I throw black beans into the meat mixture, Anyway Enjoy!

Provided by KPD123

Categories     Meat

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground beef
1 onion, chopped
1/2 bell pepper, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 serrano peppers (optional) or 2 jalapeno peppers, minced (optional)
1 1/4 ounces taco seasoning mix
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups enchilada sauce, divided
8 ounces monterey jack cheese
12 flour tortillas, softened (6 inch)

Steps:

  • Brown beef, onions, peppers and garlic in large skillet over medium-high heat until browned and veggies are soft.
  • Add taco seasoning and 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce, stirring until combined. Turn off heat and add cream cheese. Stir until cream cheese has melted into mixture.
  • Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce into the bottom of a greased 13x9 casserole dish. Spoon about 1/4 cup of meat mixture down the center of each warmed tortilla and roll up. Place enchiladas seam side down in dish.
  • Top enchiladas with remaining 1 cup of enchilada sauce. Then top with monterey jack cheese.
  • Bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees or until cheese is melted. Serve with rice and beans if you so desire!

EASY CHEESY BEEF ENCHILADAS



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Great tasting & simple to make, these enchiladas are a real family pleaser! Wonderful made with Shredded Beef recipe #269126, also very tasty made with browned ground beef or shredded chicken. Serve with a side of refried beans and garnish with sliced black olives, green onion, guacamole and sour cream as desired. Yum!

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb shredded beef (or ground beef or shredded chicken)
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
19 ounces enchilada sauce (red or green)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 dozen flour tortillas or 1 dozen corn tortilla
sliced black olives (optional)
chopped green onion (optional)
guacamole (optional)
sour cream, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat shredded beef (or cooked ground beef, shredded chicken).
  • Add the chopped green chiles and the garlic powder to the meat; mix well. You may also like to add some sliced black olives and chopped green onions.
  • Mix in 1 cup of the shredded cheese.
  • Warm the tortillas for a minute in the microwave, or warm in the oven.
  • Spread about 1/2 cup enchilada sauce in the bottom of a 13 x 9 inch pan.
  • Place a spoonful of meat mixture onto a tortilla; roll up and place seam down in baking pan. Repeat with remaining tortillas, placing them side by side in the pan as you go.
  • Spread remaining enchilada sauce and any meat mixture over top of tortillas; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake at 350F degrees for 20-30 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
  • Serve with a side of refried beans and garnish as desired with black olives, green onions, guacamole, and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2126.3, Fat 125.8, SaturatedFat 51.8, Cholesterol 171.7, Sodium 3725.2, Carbohydrate 190.5, Fiber 13.3, Sugar 17.3, Protein 54.6

CREAM CHEESE BEEF ENCHILADAS RECIPE



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Provided by á-47109

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 8-oz. packages cream cheese, softened
1 8-oz. container sour cream
2 10-oz. cans mild green enchilada sauce
1/4 c. jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
1 lb. ground beef, browned and drained
1/2 c. shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 sweet onion, chopped
1/2 c. sliced black olives
8 8-inch flour tortillas
Garnish: sliced black olives, chopped tomato, shredded lettuce, chopped green onion

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, blend together cream cheese, sour cream, sauce, and jalapenos; set aside. Combine beef and shredded cheese in another bowl; set aside. Fill each tortilla with 1-2 tablespoons cream cheese mixture and 1-2 tablespoons beef mixture. Sprinkle each with onion and olives; roll up tortillas. Place seam-side down in a greased 13x9 inch baking pan; cover with remaining cream cheese mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 30-40 minutes; cover if top begins to brown.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked shredded beef or chicken.
  • Use a variety of cheeses to create a more complex flavor.
  • Don't overfill the enchiladas, or they will be difficult to roll.
  • If you have trouble rolling the enchiladas, use a large spoon to help you.
  • Be sure to coat the enchiladas in sauce before baking, so they don't dry out.
  • Top the enchiladas with extra cheese and green onions before serving.

Conclusion:

Creamy cheddar beef enchiladas are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. They are sure to be a hit with family and friends. With a few simple tips, you can make sure your enchiladas are perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a quick and tasty meal, give creamy cheddar beef enchiladas a try. You won't be disappointed!

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