Cheesy Bean Enchiladas (Printable Version)

A comforting Mexican dish with beans, melted cheese, and tangy enchilada sauce baked until bubbly.

# Ingredient List:

→ Bean Filling

01 - 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
02 - 1 cup canned pinto beans, drained and rinsed
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cumin
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Assembly

10 - 8 small flour or corn tortillas
11 - 2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese, divided
12 - 2 cups enchilada sauce
13 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
14 - 1/4 cup sliced green onions (optional)

# How to Make:

01 - Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
02 - Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook onion until softened, about 3 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
03 - Add black beans, pinto beans, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook 2–3 minutes, lightly mashing beans until warmed through; remove from heat.
04 - Spread 1/2 cup enchilada sauce evenly on the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish.
05 - Divide bean filling among tortillas, sprinkle each with some cheese, then roll up and arrange seam-side down in the baking dish.
06 - Pour remaining enchilada sauce over rolled tortillas; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
07 - Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
08 - Remove foil and bake an additional 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
09 - Top with cilantro and green onions if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • Easy to make with pantry ingredients
  • Hearty, satisfying, and budget-friendly
02 -
  • Substitute gluten-free tortillas for a gluten-free version
  • Dairy or cheese alternatives can be used for vegan diets
03 -
  • For extra flavor, add a small can of green chilies or a handful of corn to the bean mixture
  • Reserve a small amount of cheese to sprinkle on top after baking for extra cheesy goodness
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