One Pan Beef Enchilada Skillet
A comforting one-pan meal that brings the flavors of traditional enchiladas to your table in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Tortilla chips (for serving)
- Shredded cheese (optional, for topping)
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Brown the beef: In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Cook the vegetables: Add the chopped onion and bell peppers to the skillet; cook them until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- Combine ingredients: Stir in the black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, and season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Add the sauce: Pour in the enchilada sauce and stir to combine everything evenly.
- Simmer: Allow the mixture to simmer for about 5-10 minutes until heated through and the flavors meld.
- Serve: Serve with tortilla chips, and feel free to sprinkle with shredded cheese and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
Substitutions: Ground turkey or chicken can be substituted for beef if desired. Fresh ingredients enhance flavor.