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Sweet potato, corn, and black bean enchiladas plated and ready to serve

Hearty Sweet Potato, Corn, and Black Bean Enchiladas

These hearty enchiladas are packed with a delicious and wholesome filling of sweet potatoes, black beans, and corn, all smothered in a rich enchilada sauce and melted cheese. They are perfect for a satisfying weeknight meal.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Large skillet
  • Microwave or dry skillet (optional)
  • 9x13 inch baking dish

Ingredients
  

Enchilada Filling

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 can (15-ounce) black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn frozen or fresh
  • 1/2 medium onion finely chopped
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Enchilada Assembly

  • 1 can (19-ounce) enchilada sauce red or green
  • 8-10 small (6-7 inch size) corn or flour tortillas
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheese Monterey Jack, Cheddar, or a Mexican blend

Optional Garnish

  • Fresh cilantro
  • avocado
  • sour cream/Greek yogurt
  • lime wedges

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and toss diced sweet potatoes with 1 tablespoon olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread them on a baking sheet and roast until tender and lightly browned (20-25 minutes). Lightly mash the cooked sweet potatoes in a bowl, leaving some small chunks.
  • While sweet potatoes roast, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, then add chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, cooking for another minute until fragrant.

Cooking

  • Add rinsed black beans and corn to the skillet with the onion mixture and cook for 3-5 minutes to meld flavors. Remove from heat and stir in the mashed sweet potatoes, then taste and adjust seasonings.
  • Warm tortillas lightly in the microwave, oven, or a dry skillet to make them pliable and prevent tearing.

Assembly and Baking

  • Pour about 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce into a 9x13 inch baking dish, then fill each tortilla with 1/3-1/2 cup of sweet potato and bean filling, sprinkle with cheese, and roll it up. Place seam-side down in the baking dish and repeat with remaining tortillas.
  • Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle generously with the remaining shredded cheese.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.
  • Let the enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving, and garnish with fresh cilantro, avocado, or a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Notes

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the filling. You can also use corn tortillas for a gluten-free option. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.