Enchilada Cups
Enchilada Cups are a fun and flavorful twist on traditional enchiladas, perfectly designed for gatherings, game nights, or family dinners. These crispy tortilla cups are generously filled with seasoned ground meat, zesty enchilada sauce, and melted cheese, delivering delightful bites packed with flavor. They’re easy to prepare and fully customizable, making them a crowd-pleaser that brings everyone together around the table.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 mini tortillas (or sturdy tortilla chips)
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 cup enchilada sauce (red or green)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly spray a muffin tin with cooking oil. Press mini tortillas into each muffin cup to form cups.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat and stir in half of the enchilada sauce.
- Fill each tortilla cup with the meat mixture and top with shredded cheese and olives if using.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly, then garnish with cilantro and serve hot with sour cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 Enchilada Cups (110g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Swap proteins as desired; turkey or black beans work well too. Add extra spices like cumin or paprika for a flavor boost. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat at 350°F until crispy.