Description
Truck Stop Enchiladas (Chili Con Carne Enchiladas) are a savory, crowd-pleasing dish that brings the vibrant flavors of Tex-Mex cuisine right to your dinner table. With layers of cheesy goodness enveloping tender tortillas and a hearty chili filling, these enchiladas are perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. They are easy to prepare and offer a satisfying meal that everyone will love. Whether you’re hosting a game day gathering or simply looking for a delicious weeknight dinner, these enchiladas are sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 corn tortillas
- 1 pound mild cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 batch chili con carne (two 15 1/2 ounce cans)
- Small onion (chopped, optional)
- Oil (for frying)
- Cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
- Heat about ¼ inch of oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry each tortilla for 20-30 seconds until crispy; let excess oil drain.
- Dip each fried tortilla into warm chili con carne and place in a greased baking dish.
- Fill each tortilla with two tablespoons of cheese, roll tightly, and arrange seam-side down in the dish.
- Pour remaining chili con carne on top and sprinkle with more cheese.
- Bake for about 15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas (about 300g)
- Calories: 425
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg