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30-MIN ENCHILADA SKILLET

30-MIN ENCHILADA SKILLET

A quick and comforting one-skillet dinner inspired by classic enchiladas, packed with seasoned ground beef, tender tortillas, rich enchilada sauce, and plenty of melted cheese, all ready in just 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups red enchilada sauce
  • 8 small corn tortillas, cut into strips
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 green onions, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add olive oil, then add ground beef, onion, garlic, salt, cumin, and chili powder. Cook until the beef is browned and the onion is softened.
  3. Stir in the red enchilada sauce and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Add the tortilla strips and gently fold them into the sauce until evenly coated.
  5. Sprinkle cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top.
  6. Cover the skillet and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove from heat and garnish with green onions and fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Stir gently after adding tortillas to keep their texture intact.
  • Adjust seasoning at the end if needed.
  • Leftovers taste even better the next day.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 5 g
  • Sodium: 980 mg
  • Fat: 32 g
  • Saturated Fat: 14 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 28 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Cholesterol: 95 mg

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