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Enchiladas Skillet

Melt-in-Your-Mouth Enchiladas Skillet: Quick & Irresistible

This Enchiladas Skillet combines classic flavors in a quick one-pan meal, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course One-Pot Meals
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings
Calories 600 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet

Ingredients
  

For the Meat Mixture

  • 1 pound ground beef classic choice
  • 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
  • 1 teaspoon pepper adds warmth
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder for kick and depth
  • 1 teaspoon cumin infuses aroma

For the Veggies

  • 1 medium onion sautéed
  • 1 medium green bell pepper mild crunch
  • 1 medium red bell pepper adds sweetness
  • 3 cloves garlic minced

For the Base

  • 2 cups corn tortilla strips heart of dish
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce binds mixture

For the Cheese

  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese shredded

For Garnish

  • 0.5 cup fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Enchiladas Skillet

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat for about 2 minutes. Add ground beef, salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin. Cook for 6-8 minutes until browned and crumbles easily. Remove from skillet.
  • In the same skillet, add chopped onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Return the cooked beef to the skillet. Add corn tortilla strips and enchilada sauce. Stir together for 2-3 minutes until well-coated and heated through.
  • Sprinkle cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the mixture. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 5-7 minutes until cheese is bubbling and melted.
  • Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve hot from the skillet.

Notes

For best results, use lean ground beef and freshly shredded cheese.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg
Keyword comfort food, easy dinner recipes, enchiladas, one-pan dinners, Quick Recipes, skillet meals
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