Stacked Enchiladas and Beans – A Hearty New Mexico Classic

If you’re looking for a comforting, budget-friendly, and flavor-packed dinner, Stacked Enchiladas and Beans is the perfect choice. This traditional New Mexico-style dish layers soft corn tortillas with rich red enchilada sauce, melty cheese, and savory beans—then bakes everything into a warm, satisfying stack. It’s simple, filling, and perfect for weeknights or casual family dinners.

🥘 What Are Stacked Enchiladas?

Unlike rolled enchiladas, stacked enchiladas are built like a lasagna: tortillas, sauce, filling, and cheese layered on top of each other. In New Mexico, they’re often served with beans and topped with a fried egg for extra richness.

🛒 Ingredients for Stacked Enchiladas and Beans

12 corn tortillas
2 cups red enchilada sauce (homemade or store-bought)
2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
2 cups cooked pinto beans or black beans (drained)
1 tbsp vegetable oil (for frying tortillas)
½ tsp ground cumin
½ tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional toppings: fried eggs, chopped onion, cilantro, sour cream

👩‍🍳 How to Make Stacked Enchiladas and Beans

Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2: Lightly fry tortillas in a skillet with a little oil, just until soft and warm (not crispy).

Step 3: Warm the enchilada sauce and season with cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

Step 4: On a baking dish, place one tortilla, spread with sauce, sprinkle with beans and cheese.

Step 5: Repeat layers (tortilla → sauce → beans → cheese) 3–4 times per stack.

Step 6: Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes until cheese is bubbly.

Step 7: Top with a fried egg, onions, cilantro, and sour cream if desired.

🌟 Tips for the Best Stacked Enchiladas

Use corn tortillas for authentic flavor.
Light frying keeps tortillas from falling apart.
Add cooked chicken or beef if you want extra protein.
A fried egg on top is classic New Mexico style!

🍽️ What to Serve With Them

Mexican rice
Fresh salsa
Sliced avocado

Stacked Enchiladas and Beans