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Easy Flavor-Packed Apartment Kitchen Enchiladas Recipe for Quick Homemade Dinner

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A simple, quick, and delicious enchiladas recipe perfect for small kitchens and busy weeknights, using pantry staples and minimal equipment.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef or shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/2 cup water or broth
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 8–10 small corn or flour tortillas
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese blend (cheddar and Monterey Jack)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add a splash of oil, then sauté the chopped onion and garlic until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add the ground beef or chicken to the skillet. Break it up and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  4. Stir in cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute to bloom the spices.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together the enchilada sauce, tomato paste, water or broth, and smoked paprika if using.
  6. Warm the tortillas briefly in a dry skillet or microwave wrapped in a damp towel to prevent cracking.
  7. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Pour about 1/3 of the sauce into the bottom and spread evenly.
  8. Place a warm tortilla on a flat surface. Spoon about 1/4 cup of the filling down the center, sprinkle with a little cheese, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  9. Pour the remaining sauce over the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle the rest of the shredded cheese on top.
  10. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden. Rotate the pan halfway through baking for even browning.
  11. Let the enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Do not overfill tortillas to avoid leaks. Warm tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking. Drain excess fat from meat to keep filling from being greasy. Rotate pan halfway through baking for even cooking. Let enchiladas rest 5 minutes after baking to set filling.

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Keywords: enchiladas, quick dinner, easy recipe, apartment cooking, ground beef, rotisserie chicken, Mexican food, comfort food

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