Description
Savor the vibrant flavors of our Enchiladas Skillet, a delightful one-pan meal that brings the essence of Mexican cuisine to your kitchen in just 30 minutes. This hearty dish features seasoned ground beef, colorful bell peppers, and soft corn tortillas all enveloped in a rich enchilada sauce. Topped with gooey melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, it offers a mouthwatering comfort food experience perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Not only is this recipe quick and easy to prepare, but it’s also customizable—add your favorite proteins or veggies for a personal touch. Everyone from kids to adults will love digging into this satisfying skillet dinner!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 bell peppers (green and red), diced
- 8 corn tortillas, cut into strips
- 10 ounces enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin until browned. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté onion and bell peppers for about 5 minutes until softened; add garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Return the beef to the skillet, stir in tortilla strips and enchilada sauce until well mixed.
- Top with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese; reduce heat to low, cover, and let melt for about 5-7 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the skillet (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 930mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg