Enchilada Pie Recipe 🥧

Introduction:

Enchilada Pie is a Tex-Mex delight that brings the vibrant flavors of the Southwest U.S. straight to your table. This savory pie, perfect for potlucks or busy weeknights, is a hearty one-dish meal that combines seasoned ground beef, zesty tomato sauce, gooey cheddar cheese, and more, all layered between tender corn tortillas. It’s a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters!

Recipe Overview:

Name: Enchilada Pie
Category: Savory Pies
Keywords: One Dish Meal, Meat, Tex Mex, Southwestern U.S., Potluck, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Prep Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
Calories: 556 per serving
Fat Content: 31.1g
Saturated Fat Content: 14g
Cholesterol Content: 113mg
Sodium Content: 1372.8mg
Carbohydrate Content: 36.5g
Fiber Content: 6g
Sugar Content: 5.8g
Protein Content: 34g
Aggregated Rating: 5 stars (based on 26 reviews)

Ingredients:

2 lbs ground beef
1 large onion, diced
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
2 cans (14.5 oz each) canned whole tomatoes, undrained
1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup chili powder
12 corn tortillas
1 cup milk
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions:

Preheat: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Prepare Meat Mixture: In a large skillet, combine the ground beef, diced onion, and garlic powder. Cook over medium heat until the beef is browned. Drain any excess fat.
Add Sauce: Stir in the tomato sauce, canned whole tomatoes (undrained), diced green chilies, salt, black pepper, and chili powder. Cook for an additional 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Assemble: Tear each corn tortilla into 8 pieces. Arrange half of the torn tortilla pieces in an oblong baking pan. Spoon the meat mixture over the tortillas, spreading it evenly. Top with the remaining torn tortilla pieces.
Prepare Sauce: In a separate bowl, mix together the milk and cream of chicken soup. Pour the mixture evenly over the tortillas and meat.
Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the pie.
Bake: Place the enchilada pie in the preheated oven and bake for 45 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Once baked, remove the enchilada pie from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving. Slice into portions and serve hot.

Enjoy Your Enchilada Pie! 🌶️🧀

With its layers of flavorful ingredients and gooey melted cheese, this Enchilada Pie is a true crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re hosting a potluck, feeding your family on a busy weeknight, or simply craving some Tex-Mex comfort food, this recipe is sure to hit the spot. So gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a slice of Southwest goodness!