Cheesy Beef Enchilada Skillet No Rolling Needed

This Cheesy Beef Enchilada Skillet Recipe is a simple and delicious solution for a busy weeknight dinner. It’s packed with flavor and made with ground beef, cheese, and classic enchilada ingredients, making it a perfect easy dinner recipe for the whole family.

The dish comes together quickly in one skillet, highlighting the convenience of cooking with ground beef as it melds beautifully with spices and textures. You’ll love the cheesy goodness that makes this meal both satisfying and comforting.

Quick and Flavorful Cheesy Beef Enchilada Skillet

This skillet dish features seasoned ground beef cooked with bell peppers, onions, and enchilada sauce, topped generously with cheese. In about 30 minutes, you’ll have a comforting meal that serves 4 and brings a burst of Mexican flavor to your dinner table.

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
Corn tortillas, cut into strips
Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Cook the Beef: In a large skillet, begin to brown the ground beef over medium heat. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper, cooking until the onion is translucent and the beef is fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
Add Flavor: Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook for another minute, allowing the spices to become fragrant.
Incorporate the Sauce: Pour in the enchilada sauce, mixing thoroughly with the beef and vegetables. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Layer the Dish: Add the corn tortilla strips, stirring to combine everything well. Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously on top.
Melt the Cheese: Cover the skillet and reduce heat to low, cooking for about 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve: Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Enjoy your Cheesy Beef Enchilada Skillet warm, straight from the pan.