Description
This hearty Enchilada Skillet is a one-pan dish that combines ground beef, black beans, corn, and enchilada sauce for a flavorful and comforting meal. Topped with melted cheddar cheese and fresh cilantro, it’s a quick and easy dinner perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein and Vegetables
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn kernels, drained
Seasonings and Sauces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 can (10 ounces) red enchilada sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to prepare for browning the meat.
- Cook the ground beef: Add ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks for even cooking.
- Sauté vegetables: Add diced onion and red bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes, to bring out their sweetness.
- Add sauces and spices: Stir in red enchilada sauce, black beans, corn, chili powder, cumin, and season with salt and pepper to taste, mixing thoroughly to combine flavors.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to allow the flavors to meld.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the skillet mixture to add richness.
- Melt the cheese: Cover the skillet with a lid and let the cheese melt for 2-3 minutes over low heat.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from heat, top with chopped fresh cilantro leaves, and serve hot for a delicious enchilada skillet experience.
Notes
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- For extra spice, add some diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- Serve with rice or warm tortillas for a complete meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- To make it vegetarian, omit the ground beef and add extra beans or diced tofu.
