Description
This Homemade Taco Bell Enchirito is a fun and flavorful copycat recipe that brings the iconic fast-food dish to your kitchen. Combining a soft flour tortilla, seasoned beef, beans, and cheese, all smothered in a rich enchilada sauce, this dish delivers all the savory comfort you crave. It’s the perfect blend of Mexican-inspired ingredients for a delicious dinner or a nostalgic treat from Taco Bell!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Beef and Bean Filling:
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade seasoning)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup refried beans (or black beans, mashed)
- 1/4 cup chopped onion (optional)
For the Enchilada Sauce:
- 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Enchirito:
- 6 soft flour tortillas
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Mexican blend)
- 1/4 cup diced green onions (optional for garnish)
- Sour cream (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Cook the beef filling: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon. Drain any excess fat.
- Add taco seasoning: Stir in the taco seasoning and water. Simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened.
- Mix in beans: Add the refried beans (or mashed black beans) to the beef mixture and stir until combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare the enchilada sauce: In a small saucepan, combine the red enchilada sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat over low heat for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- Assemble the Enchiritos: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lay the flour tortillas flat on a baking sheet. Spoon the beef and bean mixture evenly onto each tortilla, then sprinkle with cheese. Roll the tortillas tightly around the filling.
- Top with sauce and bake: Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the top of the rolled tortillas. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the sauce. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with diced green onions and a dollop of sour cream, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- If you want a spicier kick, add some diced jalapeños or a splash of hot sauce to the beef mixture or sauce.
- You can also swap ground turkey or chicken for the ground beef for a lighter version.
- For a vegetarian version, skip the beef and use extra refried beans or black beans as the base.
- For a more authentic Taco Bell flavor, use a mild red enchilada sauce or substitute with a homemade version of your favorite enchilada sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchirito
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg