Description
A quick and easy Beef Enchiladas Skillet Recipe that combines seasoned ground beef, fresh vegetables, and gooey cheese wrapped in warm corn tortillas, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
- Ground beef: 1 lb (450 g)
- Corn tortillas: 8-10 tortillas
- Enchilada sauce: 2 cups
- Shredded cheese: 2 cups (about 200 g)
- Onion: 1 medium onion, diced
- Bell peppers: 1 cup, diced
- Black beans: 1 can (15 oz or 425 g), drained and rinsed
- Fresh cilantro: 1/4 cup, chopped
- Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
- Salt and pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ground beef by cooking it in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it into smaller pieces, and seasoning with salt and pepper until browned.
- Add diced onion and bell peppers to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Combine the cooked beef and vegetables with black beans and half of the enchilada sauce, simmering for 2-3 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and assemble the enchiladas by rolling the beef mixture in corn tortillas and placing them seam-side down in the skillet.
- Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the tortillas, sprinkle with cheese, and bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- Optional ingredients include taco seasoning, corn, zucchini, jalapeños, and avocado.
- Common mistakes to avoid include overcooking the beef and using stale tortillas.
- Variations include using chicken or turkey, making it vegetarian, or adding extra cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Beef Enchiladas, Skillet Recipe, Quick Dinner, Family Meal