Description
Beef Skillet Enchiladas combine juicy lean ground beef, smoky spices, and melted plant-based cheese in a single skillet for a quick, flavorful, and comforting meal. Ideal for busy weeknights, this easy-to-make dish offers customizable options to suit different tastes and dietary needs without sacrificing taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Mixture
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika (natural)
- 1 tsp chili powder (natural)
- 1 cup tomato sauce (natural)
- 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
Assembly
- 8 flour tortillas
- 1 ½ cups plant-based cheese, shredded
- Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Beef Mixture: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground beef, diced onions, and minced garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the beef is browned and the onions become translucent. Stir in smoked paprika (natural), chili powder (natural), tomato sauce (natural), and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, mixing well to combine and allow flavors to meld.
- Assemble the Enchiladas in the Skillet: Spoon an even amount of the beef mixture onto each flour tortilla. Roll each tortilla tightly and place them side by side snugly in the same skillet, packing them close to fit.
- Add Cheese and Cook: Sprinkle the shredded plant-based cheese generously over the rolled tortillas. Cover the skillet and cook on low heat until the cheese melts completely and the enchiladas are heated through, creating a gooey, melted topping.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle fresh chopped cilantro on top for a bright, fresh contrast. Serve directly from the skillet for a warm, comforting meal.
Notes
- Use freshly ground chili powder and smoked paprika (natural) for best flavor.
- Do not overfill tortillas to avoid tearing or spills during rolling.
- Cover the skillet while cooking to ensure even melting of cheese and thorough heating.
- Let the enchiladas rest a few minutes after cooking to allow flavors to meld.
- Add a splash of grape juice to the beef mixture for subtle sweetness if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 670 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
Keywords: beef skillet enchiladas, plant-based cheese, quick dinner, Mexican-style, one skillet meal, family-friendly, easy recipe
