Description
Savory Mexican Tortilla Chip Enchiladas blend crispy corn chips with rich, spicy sauce and melted cheese for a quick comfort meal. Guaranteed to satisfy cravings, this dish brings authentic southwestern flavors directly to your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef (can be substituted for shredded chicken or ground turkey)
Cheese and Tortilla Base:
- 3 cups shredded cheese
- 1 bag tortilla chips (about 12 ounces / 340 grams)
Sauce and Seasonings:
- 28 ounces (794 grams) can of red enchilada sauce
- 4 ounces (113 grams) can of diced green chilies, drained
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 cup salsa
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 350F (175C) for optimal cooking temperature.
- In a skillet, thoroughly brown the ground beef over medium heat, ensuring complete cooking and draining excess fat.
- Enhance the beef with diced green chilies, salsa, and ground cumin, stirring to create a robust flavor profile.
- Crush tortilla chips in a large mixing bowl, breaking them into uneven pieces without reducing to fine crumbs.
- Merge the seasoned beef mixture with the crushed chips, incorporating the entire enchilada sauce and one cup of shredded cheese. Gently fold ingredients until evenly distributed.
- Prepare a 9″x13″ baking dish with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Distribute the tortilla chip and beef mixture evenly across the prepared baking dish, creating a uniform layer.
- Generously blanket the entire surface with remaining shredded cheese, ensuring complete coverage.
- Shield the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 50 minutes until the casserole becomes hot and bubbling.
- Allow the enchiladas to rest for 5 minutes after removing from the oven, then serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Customize chips selection by using restaurant-style, thick-cut tortilla chips for extra crunch and heartier texture.
- Try lean ground turkey or plant-based meat alternatives to reduce fat content and create healthier version.
- Consider adding diced bell peppers or black beans for increased nutrition and additional flavor complexity.
- Top with fresh garnishes like chopped cilantro, diced green onions, or sliced jalapeños for vibrant color and bright taste contrast.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg