Pork Enchiladas (+ Quick and Easy Recipe)

This pork enchilada recipe makes juicy, cheesy, and flavorful enchiladas that get better with each bite. This recipe is so simple to make, and you can have the enchiladas ready to bake in just a few minutes!

The Best Pork Enchiladas

These pulled pork enchiladas combine everything you love about pulled pork carnitas and stuffed enchiladas all in one flavorful, authentic dish.

The corn tortillas have leftover pulled pork mixed with green peppers, black beans, and enchilada sauce. To finish them off, the enchiladas are topped with more sauce and baked under a layer of ooey-gooey melted cheese.

The results are the ultimate Mexican comfort food meal the whole family will love! This pulled pork enchiladas recipe is seriously so good, and you'll love how easy it is to make too.

These pork enchiladas are perfect when you're craving restaurant-quality Mexican food. If you really want to go all out, you can make this Mexican spaghetti or Jiffy jalapeño cornbread for the ultimate meal!

Why This Recipe Works

Customizable. These pulled pork enchiladas offer plenty of room for customization. You can add or take away any ingredients you want and make it a bit different every time.

Restaurant-worthy. These pork enchiladas have tons of flavor and could easily rival even the best enchiladas at your favorite Mexican restaurant.

The flavor. These enchiladas are packed with the perfect amount of flavor. From the juicy carnitas to the tender veggies and sauce, it's delicious!

Ingredients

Another reason to love this pork enchilada recipe is that it's made with basic ingredients.  Check out everything you'll need:

• 2 cups pork carnitas, cooked
• ½ cup black beans
• ½ green bell pepper, chopped
• ¼ cup salsa
• 4 big corn tortillas
• 1 cup salsa
• ½ shredded cheese
• Fresh cilantro, parsley, and green onions to serve

If you're wondering how I make perfectly cooked carnitas, check out this copycat Chipotle carnitas recipe. It's surprisingly easy to make, and the carnitas are delicious!

How To Make Pork Enchiladas

1. Prep work: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180ºC) and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

2. Make the enchilada filling: Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the carnitas, followed by the black beans, green bell pepper, and enchilada sauce. Mix well to combine and cook for several minutes until the veggies are tender, and the carnitas are warm.

3. Assemble the enchiladas: Fill the tortillas evenly with the pork mixture and roll them up. Cover the bottom of the prepared baking dish with enchilada sauce and arrange the enchiladas in it. Top the enchiladas with the rest of the sauce and the shredded cheese.

4. Bake and serve: Bake the enchiladas for 25 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly. Serve warm with green onions, cilantro, and parsley. Enjoy!

Tips To Make The Best Recipe

• Use different types of shredded cheese, like shredded Monterey jack cheese, cheddar cheese, or a Mexican cheese blend for a different flavor.
• Use flour tortillas for more easily rollable enchiladas.
• Experiment with adding ingredients to the enchilada filling, like chili powder, refried beans, rice, onion, or jalapeños.
• Use leftover pulled pork from any recipe, like this sous vide pulled pork. 
• Make sure the enchiladas are in a single layer in the casserole dish, so they cook evenly.
• Serve the enchiladas with toppings like sour cream, sliced avocado, or any remaining enchilada sauce.

How To Store Pork Enchiladas

In the fridge: Cover the casserole dish with a lid or transfer the leftover pulled pork enchiladas to an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 4 days. The time you can keep them stored will depend on when the pork is from. 

In the freezer: Allow the pork enchiladas to cool completely, then transfer them to an airtight container or freezer-safe bag and freeze them for about 3 months.

Reheating: Put the leftover pork enchiladas back in the baking dish. Warm in the oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes or until the cheese melts again and the filling is warmed through. Thaw the frozen enchiladas in the fridge or add more reheating time. 

FAQS About This Pork Enchiladas Recipe

Are enchiladas better with flour or corn tortillas?

Enchiladas can really be made with corn or flour tortillas. I like the flavor of corn, so I used them in this recipe, but flour tortillas will be just as delicious. 

Do you bake enchiladas covered or not?

You can bake enchiladas covered or uncovered. If you're only baking them for a short period of time, like in this recipe, uncovered is usually best so the cheese can fully melt.

Can you make enchiladas in advance?

Yes, enchiladas can easily be made in advance. You can prepare the Mexican pulled pork enchiladas and store them covered in a baking dish or airtight container for up to a day. I suggest waiting to add the enchilada sauce until right before you're ready to bake them so they don't become too soggy.

What do you serve with pulled pork enchiladas?

They go really well with some tortilla chips and this Chipotle guac or this Mexican street corn casserole. Or, for a heartier meal, you can serve them with these Mexican pinto beans.

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