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Easy Cheesy Ground Beef Enchiladas – One-Pan Family Favorite!


  • Author: Elsa
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Cheesy skillet enchiladas filled with seasoned ground beef, black beans, and topped with red enchilada sauce. Baked until bubbly and golden.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup black beans, drained
  • 1½ cups red enchilada sauce, divided
  • 8 (6-inch) corn tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar & Monterey Jack cheese blend
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Chopped cilantro or green onions, for garnish
  • Sour cream (optional), for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Cook Beef: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add beef and onion, cook 5–7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Season: Stir in garlic, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Cook 30 seconds. Add black beans and ½ cup enchilada sauce. Remove from heat.
  4. Layer Base: Spread ½ cup enchilada sauce on the bottom of skillet.
  5. Fill Tortillas: Warm tortillas. Fill each with 2–3 tbsp beef mixture and cheese. Roll tightly, place seam-side down in skillet.
  6. Top & Bake: Pour remaining 1 cup enchilada sauce over enchiladas. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake uncovered 15–20 minutes. For golden finish, broil 1–2 minutes.
  7. Serve: Garnish with cilantro or green onions. Add sour cream if desired.

Notes

Use flour tortillas for a softer bite. Add corn or diced peppers for extra flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven-Baked Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
  • Calories: 460
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 880mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 32g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: skillet enchiladas, beef enchiladas, black bean enchiladas, Mexican casserole