Description
Tortilla Chip Enchiladas combine the crunch of tortilla chips with the rich flavors of seasoned ground beef, enchilada sauce, and melted cheese, all baked to bubbly perfection. This easy and comforting casserole-style dish is perfect for a family dinner and comes with customizable toppings for added flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (or substitute with shredded chicken or ground turkey)
- 1 bag tortilla chips (about 12 ounces)
- 3 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 28-ounce can red enchilada sauce
- 4-ounce can diced green chilies, drained
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ cup salsa
Optional Toppings
- Sliced olives
- Chopped green onions
- Sour cream
- Guacamole
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the enchiladas.
- Cook the Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned. Drain off any excess fat to keep the dish from being greasy.
- Add Flavorings: Stir in the diced green chilies, salsa, and ground cumin with the browned beef, cooking for another 2 minutes to combine the flavors well.
- Prepare Chips: In a large mixing bowl, gently break the tortilla chips into bite-sized pieces to integrate them evenly into the casserole.
- Mix Ingredients: Add the beef mixture and 1 cup of shredded cheese into the bowl with the tortilla chips. Pour in the enchilada sauce and mix everything well until the chips are fully coated and the mixture is uniform.
- Grease Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray to prevent sticking during baking.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the chip and beef mixture into the prepared dish, spreading it out evenly for an even bake.
- Add Topping Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of shredded cheese evenly over the top of the mixture.
- Bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 50 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes to set and cool slightly for easier serving.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with your choice of optional toppings such as sliced olives, chopped green onions, sour cream, or guacamole before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or shredded chicken for ground beef if preferred.
- Choose your favorite cheese blend for different flavor nuances.
- Be gentle when mixing to avoid crushing the tortilla chips too much for added texture.
- Optional toppings add freshness and creaminess, enhancing each serving.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave.
