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Healthy Enchilada Skillet

Healthy Enchilada Skillet is a quick dinner idea.


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A quick and delicious Healthy Enchilada Skillet that combines vibrant vegetables, protein-packed beans, and flavorful enchilada sauce, all in one pan.


Ingredients

  • Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
  • Onion: 1 medium, diced
  • Bell peppers: 2 (any color), diced
  • Garlic: 3 cloves, minced
  • Black beans: 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed
  • Corn: 1 cup (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • Diced tomatoes: 1 can (14.5 oz), undrained
  • Enchilada sauce: 1 cup
  • Tortillas: 4 (corn or flour, cut into strips)
  • Cheese: 1 cup, shredded (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • Cilantro: for garnish, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Sauté the diced onion and bell peppers for about 5 minutes until soft, then add minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  3. Add the drained black beans and corn, mixing well and cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  4. Incorporate the diced tomatoes and enchilada sauce, stirring to combine and simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Layer in the tortilla strips, ensuring they are coated with the sauce.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top, cover the skillet, and cook for about 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve warm.

Notes

  • Feel free to adjust ingredient quantities based on your preferences.
  • For added spice, consider including jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
  • This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of the skillet
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Healthy Enchilada Skillet, quick meal, one-pan dish, vegetarian recipe