Gather all the ingredients
Before you start making skillet enchiladas, it’s essential to gather all the necessary ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 pound ground beef or chicken
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) red enchilada sauce
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
- 8-10 corn tortillas
- Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped cilantro, diced avocado
Having all the ingredients ready will make the cooking process smoother and more enjoyable.
Cook the meat with onion and garlic
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef or chicken over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease if necessary. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet, and cook until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
This step adds flavor to the meat and enhances the overall taste of the enchiladas.
Prepare the filling
Once the meat, onion, and garlic are cooked, it’s time to prepare the filling for the enchiladas. In the skillet, add the red enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and refried beans. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
The combination of enchilada sauce, tomatoes with green chilies, and refried beans creates a delicious and flavorful filling for the enchiladas.
Assemble and cook the enchiladas
Now it’s time to assemble the enchiladas. Take a corn tortilla and spoon some of the filling onto one side of the tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly and place it seam side down in the skillet. Repeat this process with the rest of the tortillas and filling.
Once all the enchiladas are assembled in the skillet, pour any remaining filling over the top. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top of the enchiladas.
Cover the skillet and cook over medium-low heat for about 15-20 minutes, or until the enchiladas are heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve and garnish
Once the enchiladas are cooked and ready to be served, remove the skillet from the heat. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving to avoid burning your mouth.
When serving, you can add some optional garnishes like a dollop of sour cream, chopped cilantro, and diced avocado on top of each enchilada. These garnishes add freshness and additional flavors to the dish.
Now you can enjoy your homemade skillet enchiladas! Serve them with Mexican rice and beans for a complete and delicious meal.
