Mexican Enchiladas With South of The Border Magic

Enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food—warm, saucy, and full of flavor. These recipes show how versatile they can be, from cheesy to spicy to even sweet versions. Whether you want something quick for weeknights or a special dish for gatherings, there’s an enchilada here for you. The tortillas soak up delicious sauces while the fillings stay tasty and satisfying. Once you try these, they’ll become regulars in your meal rotation!

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Table of Contents

1 Enchiladas Dulces (Sweet Enchiladas)
2 Chicken Enchiladas Verdes
3 Cheese Entomatadas (Cheese Tomato Enchiladas)
4 Red Enchiladas (Enchiladas Rojas)
5 Enmoladas (Mole Enchiladas)
6 Enfrijoladas (Bean Sauce Enchiladas)
7 Chicken Enchiladas Suizas
8 Chicken Entomatadas

Enchiladas Dulces (Sweet Enchiladas)

Sweet Enchiladas on a white plate topped with onion slices and queso fresco. — Enchiladas Dulces. Photo credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

For something different, Enchiladas Dulces dip tortillas in sweet chocolate sauce instead of the usual savory kind. The rich cocoa flavor makes them a unique dessert that’s still easy to recognize as enchiladas, just with a sugary twist.
Get the recipe: Enchiladas Dulces

Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

Enchiladas Verdes served on a decorative clay plate and topped with cheese and cilantro. — Enchiladas Verdes. Photo By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen.

Tender chicken gets wrapped in tortillas and covered with tangy green sauce in Chicken Enchiladas Verdes. The tomatillo-based sauce keeps things bright and fresh, while melted cheese adds creamy richness to every bite.
Get the recipe: Chicken Enchiladas Verdes

Cheese Entomatadas (Cheese Tomato Enchiladas)

Three Entomatadas topped with queso fresco and cilantro in a tomato sauce. — Entomatadas. Photo by Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Cheese Entomatadas keep things simple with fried tortillas dipped in red salsa and stuffed with gooey cheese. The tomato sauce gives them a slightly sweet taste that pairs perfectly with the salty melted cheese inside.
Get the recipe: Entomatadas

Red Enchiladas (Enchiladas Rojas)

Enchiladas Rojas on a decorative Mexican plate topped with cilantro, crumbled cheese, and diced onion. — Enchiladas Rojas. Photo By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Spicy chili sauce coats every inch of Red Enchiladas, whether they’re filled with chicken or cheese. The bold red sauce has deep flavor that soaks into the tortillas, making them extra tasty.
Get the recipe: Red Enchiladas

Enmoladas (Mole Enchiladas)

Enmoladas on a plate drenched in mole sauce and topped with onion and cheese. — Enmoladas. Photo credit: Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Complex mole sauce takes center stage in Enmoladas, where fried tortillas get smothered in the rich, chocolatey blend. The sauce’s mix of spices and sweetness makes these enchiladas stand out from the rest.
Get the recipe: Enmoladas

Enfrijoladas (Bean Sauce Enchiladas)

A plate of enfrijoladas, topped with crumbled cheese and cilantro, is displayed on a wooden table. Nearby are bowls containing sliced jalapeños and crumbled cheese, with a keychain and cilantro leaves scattered alongside some pinto beans. — Enfrijoladas. Photo By Mama Maggie’s Kitchen

Instead of salsa, Enfrijoladas get covered in a smooth, creamy bean sauce that’s both hearty and comforting. The cheesy filling makes them extra satisfying, especially when the sauce soaks into the tortillas.
Get the recipe: Enfrijoladas de Queso

Chicken Enchiladas Suizas

Chicken Enchiladas Suizas bake under a creamy tomatillo sauce and plenty of melted cheese. The Swiss-inspired topping makes them richer than regular enchiladas, with a nice balance of tangy and cheesy flavors.
Get the recipe: Enchiladas Suizas

Chicken Entomatadas

Fried tortillas filled with shredded chicken and covered in tomato sauce make Chicken Entomatadas a simple but flavorful meal. The tomato sauce keeps things light while still packing plenty of taste into each bite.
Get the recipe: Chicken Entomatadas