Unbelievably Easy: Lazy Enchiladas

Unleash the magic of simplicity with my favorite go-to weeknight dinner hack – Lazy Enchiladas! This delightful creation combines the ease of frozen burritos with the richness of enchilada sauce and gooey Fiesta cheese.

How to Make Lazy Enchiladas

In a 13×9 baking dish, place frozen burritos (I make my own with homemade sourdough tortillas, refried beans, cheese and veggies), drench them in two cans of your preferred enchilada sauce (I like Siete Brand).

Sprinkle generously with shredded Fiesta cheese or fresh grated grass fed cheddar, and let the oven work its magic at 375°F for just 30 minutes.

The result? Bubbly, delicious perfection that pairs perfectly with rice. It’s not just easy; it’s a game-changer for busy nights.

What To Serve With Lazy Enchiladas

I like to serve my Lazy Enchiladas with a simple white rice or Spanish rice from a box. There is also a simple recipe in this post, if you’d like to make your own Spanish rice.

For vegetable options alongside this, I recommend a simple green salad, Caesar Salad, or this Olive Garden Copycat Salad.

Make it Healthier:

I’m always looking for new ways to add veggies to my dishes. Here are some ideas to add more nutrients to this dish:

• Add fresh or drained, cooked frozen spinach to the sauce by adding it all to a blender before putting it over the burritos.
• Opt for veggie burritos such as Amy’s brand that have extra vegetables.

Make it Kid Friendly:

I always recommend you adjust recipes based on what your family likes. If your kids or even other family members are weary of this dish here are some swap recommendations to get them trying new things without serving a completely different dish:

• Choose a vegetable side that your kids like. It’s great to try new things but if there is one or a few veggie sides you know they enjoy, rotate those best you can to ensure optimal nutrition. 
• Lay on the cheese and/or sour cream! My kids will eat just about anything with the right about of sour cream on it.
• Sometimes, just cutting up a different shaped item into smaller pieces can make kids more familiar with what they are seeing.
• If you need to leave the enchilada sauce off, do it. Maybe just serve it in a little bowl on the side for what I call a “No thank you bite.” This allows kids try new things without the stress of needing the finish the entire item.

Swap Ideas:

One of the beauty points of the Lazy Man Enchilada is its adaptability:

• You can experiment with various enchilada sauces to switch things up or utilize what’s on sale.
• You can use any type of burritos you like or even roll up your own with a simple mix of refried beans and cheese.
• If you have canned tomato sauce, you can make your own enchilada sauce using the recipe within this post here.

Shopping Tips:

• Dollar Tree actually has some really delicious Pace brand enchilada sauce for only $1.25 which is the cheapest I have found.
• Stock up on your favorite burritos when they go on sale.
• In my area, Walmart is the least expensive store to buy frozen burritos at.
• Block and shredded cheese can be frozen so if you find a good deal on mozzarella, stocking up and freezing it might not be a bad idea.
• Always look at unit price for cheese, the blocks are often less expensive per pound than shredded and shredding at home just makes better cheese anyway.

After trying this recipe, drop your favorite twists in the comments below. We’re all about building a community of Lazy Enchilada enthusiasts, and your input matters!

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