The Best One-Pan Beef Enchiladas Skillet Recipe
If you’re looking for an easy weeknight meal that delivers big flavor without spending hours in the kitchen, this Beef Enchiladas Skillet Recipe is about to become a family favorite. Packed with seasoned ground beef, hearty black beans, tender tortillas, and plenty of melty cheese, this one-pan dinner captures all the delicious flavors of traditional enchiladas in a fraction of the time.
One of the best things about this Beef Enchiladas Skillet Recipe is how simple it is to prepare. Instead of rolling individual enchiladas and baking them in a casserole dish, everything cooks together in one skillet. The result is a comforting, cheesy meal that’s loaded with bold enchilada flavor while keeping cleanup quick and easy. Busy families will appreciate how effortlessly this dish comes together on hectic weeknights.
Whether you’re feeding a hungry crowd or looking for a satisfying meal with leftovers for lunch the next day, this skillet enchilada recipe checks all the boxes. Ground beef, onions, bell peppers, garlic, black beans, enchilada sauce, tortillas, and cheese combine to create a hearty, satisfying dinner that’s both budget-friendly and incredibly delicious. Top it with fresh cilantro and your favorite toppings for a restaurant-worthy meal right at home.
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Ingredients:
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 orange bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 15 oz can of black beans
- 1 ½ tbsp (half packet) taco seasoning
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 8 oz cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
- 12 corn tortillas, cut into triangles
- 2 – 10 oz cans of enchilada sauce
- Cilantro to garnish
Directions:
- Dice the bell pepper and onion.
- Cut the tortillas into 8 triangles (like a pizza)
- To a large skillet, add the ground beef, bell pepper, and onion and cook over medium heat breaking the meat apart as it cooks, until no longer pink.
- Stir in the taco seasoning, minced garlic, and black beans.
- Stir in the cut tortillas, half the cheese, and the enchilada sauce. Cover and simmer for 8 minutes, stir, cover and simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes.
- Top with more cheese, cover and simmer for a few minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Top with chopped cilantro to serve.
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve with Mexican rice or cilantro lime rice for a complete meal.
- Add a simple side salad topped with avocado and tomatoes.
- Pair with tortilla chips and fresh salsa or guacamole.
- Top each serving with sour cream, diced avocado, sliced jalapeños, and extra cilantro.
- Serve alongside Mexican street corn (elote) for a flavorful side dish.
- Add a squeeze of fresh lime juice just before serving for a bright, fresh finish.
- Offer warm flour tortillas on the side for scooping up every cheesy bite.
- Round out the meal with refried beans or charro beans.
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Beef Enchiladas Skillet Recipe
This Beef Enchiladas Skillet Recipe is an easy one-pan dinner packed with seasoned ground beef, black beans, tortillas, enchilada sauce, and melty cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights!
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 orange bell pepper, diced
- 1 small onion, diced
- 15 oz can black beans
- 1 ½ tbsp (half packet) taco seasoning
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 8 oz cheddar cheese, shredded and divided
- 12 corn tortillas, cut into triangles
- 2 - 10 oz cans enchilada sauce
- Cilantro to garnish
Instructions
- Dice the bell pepper and onion.
- Cut the tortillas into 8 triangles (like a pizza)
- To a large skillet, add the ground beef, bell pepper, and onion and cook over medium heat breaking the meat apart as it cooks, until no longer pink.
- Stir in the taco seasoning, minced garlic, and black beans.
- Stir in the cut tortillas, half the cheese, and enchilada sauce. Cover and simmer for 8 minutes, stir, cover and simmer for an additional 5-7 minutes.
- Top with more cheese, cover and simmer for a few minutes until the cheese is melted..
- Top with chopped cilantro to serve.
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