25-Minute Beef Enchilada Skillet
This beef enchilada skillet is the ultimate one pan dinner for Tex-Mex lovers. Made with ground beef, enchilada sauce, corn tortillas, and melty cheese, it delivers all the bold flavor of traditional enchiladas without the hassle of rolling or baking. Quick, easy, and ready in 25 minutes!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 327kcal
Equipment
- Large Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- 1 yellow onion chopped
- 19 ounce red enchilada sauce
- 1 teaspoon EACH: chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, Mexican oregano, salt
- ½ teaspoon EACH: onion powder, garlic powder
- 8 corn tortillas cut into triangles
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheese Mexican blend or mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat heat oil and add ground beef. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until fully browned and no longer pink, about 5-6 minutes. Drain excess grease if needed.
- Stir in the chopped onions and spices. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened.
- Pour in the enchilada sauce and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the corn tortilla triangles and ½ cup of shredded cheese. Mix well so the tortillas are coated.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the top. Cover the skillet with a lid, turn off the heat, and let it sit covered for 3–5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted.
Notes
- Although you can use flour tortillas, they may turn out gummy. Corn tortillas give this recipe a more traditional enchilada flavor.
- To store, transfer leftovers to an airtight container and store in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave.
- To freeze, transfer leftovers to a freezer-safe container. Freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
Nutrition
Calories: 327kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 69mg | Sodium: 1020mg | Potassium: 374mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 789IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 181mg | Iron: 3mg
