Description
These Cheese Enchiladas are a deliciously cheesy Mexican-inspired dish featuring a blend of cheddar, Monterey Jack, and mozzarella cheeses combined with sautéed onions and garlic, all rolled in soft tortillas and baked in enchilada sauce to bubbly perfection. Perfect for a quick and comforting meal, they’re topped with fresh garnishes for added flavor and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Filling
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 small onion, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- ¼ cup sour cream or Mexican crema
- Salt and pepper to taste
Assembly
- 8-10 soft flour or corn tortillas
- 2 cups enchilada sauce (red or green chile sauce as an option)
Garnishes
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Diced green onions
- Sliced jalapeños
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: Mix shredded cheddar, Monterey Jack, and mozzarella cheeses together in a bowl. In a skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat, then sauté the minced onion and garlic until fragrant and soft. Combine the sautéed onion and garlic with the cheese mixture and stir in sour cream, adding salt and pepper to taste to create a creamy, flavorful filling.
- Warm the Tortillas: Gently warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until soft and flexible. Warming prevents cracking and makes rolling easier.
- Assemble the Enchiladas: Spoon a generous amount of the cheese filling onto each warm tortilla. Roll up tightly and place seam-side down in a baking dish, arranging them close together for layered, cheesy goodness.
- Add Sauce and Bake: Pour the enchilada sauce evenly over the assembled tortillas. Sprinkle extra shredded cheese on top if desired. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove enchiladas from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro, diced green onions, sliced jalapeños, or a dollop of sour cream on top before serving hot for a creamy, melty experience.
Notes
- Warming the tortillas before rolling helps prevent cracks and makes them easier to handle.
- You can use either flour or corn tortillas based on your preference.
- Feel free to adjust the spiciness by choosing red or green enchilada sauce and adding more or fewer jalapeños.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or microwave, but sauce may need replenishing to keep them moist.
