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The Ultimate Loaded Beef & Bean Enchirito

A hearty enchirito recipe with seasoned lean ground beef, creamy refried beans, bold red enchilada sauce, and melted cheese. Ready in 30 minutes and perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 525

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb lean ground beef 90/10 preferred
  • 15 oz fat-free refried beans 1 can, warmed
  • 0.5 small onion finely diced
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 4 large flour tortillas burrito size
  • 10 oz red enchilada sauce 1 can
  • 0.25 cup beef broth to thin the sauce
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese freshly shredded recommended
  • 0.5 cup sliced black olives
  • diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, sour cream optional garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • 9x13 baking dish
  • small saucepan

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion, breaking up the meat as it cooks, for 6-8 minutes until fully browned and the onion is soft. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Stir in the taco seasoning and 2 tablespoons of water. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the liquid is absorbed and the meat looks evenly coated.
  3. Heat the refried beans in a small saucepan over low heat or microwave for 60-90 seconds until warm and easily spreadable.
  4. Warm each flour tortilla in a dry skillet for 15 seconds per side, or wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30 seconds to prevent cracking.
  5. Spread a generous layer of warm refried beans down the center of each tortilla, leaving about 1 inch on each end. Top with a quarter of the seasoned beef. Roll tightly, tucking in the ends, and place seam-side down in a baking dish.
  6. Whisk together the enchilada sauce and beef broth. Pour evenly over all four rolled enchiritos, covering the edges. Sprinkle shredded cheese across the top and scatter the black olives.
  7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 5 minutes, or broil for 2-3 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
  8. Rest for 2 minutes before serving. Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sour cream if desired.

Notes

Shred cheese fresh from the block for a smoother melt. Covering with foil for the first 5 minutes steams the tortilla and keeps it tender while the sauce soaks in. Do not skip warming the tortillas - cold tortillas crack during rolling. Leftovers keep refrigerated up to 2 days; reheat in a toaster oven or air fryer at 350°F for best texture.