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One-Pan Gluten Free Enchilada Skillet (Easy Weeknight Dinner)


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  • Author: Madilyn
  • Total Time: 30 min

Ingredients

For the Enchilada Skillet:

1 ½ lbs ground beef

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

2 tablespoons minced garlic

10 (6-inch) gluten free corn tortillas

2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

For the Homemade Enchilada Sauce:

1 cup chicken broth

1 cup tomato sauce

2 chipotle chilis in adobo sauce (adjust to taste)

1 teaspoon chili powder

1 teaspoon ground cumin

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon sea salt

¼ teaspoon ground black pepper


Instructions

  • Preheat Oven
    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • Cook the Beef Mixture
    Heat your cast iron skillet (or any oven-safe skillet) over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until just a little pink remains. Stir in chopped onions and minced garlic and cook until fragrant and the onions start turning translucent. Remove from heat.

  • Make the Enchilada Sauce
    While the meat cooks, make the sauce. In a blender, combine chicken broth, tomato sauce, chipotle chilis with some adobo sauce, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.

  • Combine and Layer
    Pour the blended sauce over the beef mixture and stir to combine. Remove about half of the mixture from the pan and set aside.

    • Layer 5 corn tortillas on top of the remaining meat in the skillet.

    • Add half of the cheese (1 cup Monterey Jack + 1 cup cheddar).

    • Spoon the rest of the meat mixture on top, reserving about 1 cup for the final layer.

    • Add the final 5 corn tortillas, then top with the remaining meat and sprinkle on the last bit of cheese.

  • Bake
    Place the skillet in your preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling around the edges.

 

  • Serve
    Let it cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro, diced avocado, or a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Notes

  • Make-Ahead Option: Assemble the skillet up to 24 hours in advance, cover, and refrigerate. Bake just before serving.
  • Storage: Cool completely, then store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
  • Reheating: Reheat individual servings in the microwave for 1–2 minutes or bake at 350°F until hot.
  • Tortilla Tip: Use slightly stale or dry corn tortillas—they hold up better in the layers and won’t get soggy.
  • Cheese Choices: Monterey Jack melts smoothly, while cheddar adds a sharp contrast. Use a mix for the best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Cook Time: 10 min
  • Category: dinner
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free, Mexican