Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with these Brisket Enchiladas, which bring together tender, smoky brisket wrapped in soft flour tortillas, all generously slathered in rich red enchilada sauce and topped with melted cheese. This recipe is a fantastic way to utilize leftover brisket, transforming it into a mouthwatering dish that’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks. In just 35 minutes, you can create a hearty meal that will satisfy both kids and adults alike. Whether you’re looking for a delicious weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish for your next gathering, these enchiladas are sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ cups cooked brisket (shredded or chopped)
- 8 flour tortillas
- 2 cups red enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup white onion (diced)
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup chili powder
- ½ teaspoon EACH: garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, Mexican oregano, salt
- 2 cups chicken broth
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, heat olive oil and whisk in flour until smooth. Stir in chili powder and other seasonings; cook for an additional minute.
- Gradually add chicken broth while whisking until smooth. Simmer uncovered for about 10 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Spread ½ cup of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
- Lightly dip each tortilla in the remaining sauce on both sides.
- On each tortilla, place about ⅓ cup of brisket and some diced onions; roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Pour any leftover sauce over the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered for about 15 minutes until bubbly.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg