Description

Beef Skillet Enchiladas are a quick and flavorful dinner made with seasoned ground beef, smoked turkey bacon, and melty plant-based cheese cooked in one skillet for easy cleanup. This hearty and satisfying dish combines smoky, spicy, and creamy elements with vibrant bell peppers and a natural enchilada sauce for a perfect weeknight meal that can be customized to your taste.

Ingredients

Scale

Proteins and Main Ingredients

1 lb ground beef
4 slices smoked turkey bacon, chopped
6 soft tortillas (gluten-free if needed)
1 cup plant-based cheese, shredded

Vegetables and Aromatics

1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup bell peppers, diced

Spices and Sauces

1 teaspoon cumin, ground
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon paprika
2 tablespoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
1 cup enchilada sauce (natural)

Instructions

Prepare the seasoned beef and turkey bacon mixture: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chopped smoked turkey bacon until crispy and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté diced onions and minced garlic until aromatic. Add ground beef and cook thoroughly, breaking it into crumbles as it browns. Stir in cumin, chili powder, paprika, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). Cook for a few more minutes until well combined and fragrant.
Mix in bell peppers and enchilada sauce: Add diced bell peppers to the skillet and let them soften slightly. Pour in the enchilada sauce (natural) and stir gently until the peppers are cooked but still slightly crunchy. This mixture will be the filling for the enchiladas.
Assemble the skillet enchiladas: Lower the heat and spread a thin layer of the beef mixture on the bottom of the skillet. Place tortillas one at a time over the mixture, adding more beef mixture on top of each tortilla. Sprinkle shredded plant-based cheese generously and continue layering until all tortillas and beef mixture are used.
Cook until cheesy and bubbly: Cover the skillet with a lid and cook on low heat for about 10 minutes. This allows the plant-based cheese to melt perfectly and the flavors to meld together beautifully.
Serve and enjoy: Remove the lid and let the skillet rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Enjoy warm, either alone or with your favorite sides and garnishes.

Notes

Use freshly ground cumin and chili powder for the best flavor intensity.
Do not overfill tortillas to prevent tearing and make rolling easier.
Cook cheese melt on low heat to avoid stringy or oily texture.
Let the dish rest before serving to enhance flavors and ease serving.
Adjust spices gradually to customize the heat and taste to your preference.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 4 g
Sodium: 700 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 30 g
Cholesterol: 70 mg

Keywords: Beef skillet enchiladas, plant-based cheese, quick dinner, smoked turkey bacon, one-pan meal, gluten-free enchiladas