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
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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.
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Add half of the cheese (1 cup Monterey Jack + 1 cup cheddar).
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Spoon the rest of the meat mixture on top, reserving about 1 cup for the final layer.
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Add the final 5 corn tortillas, then top with the remaining meat and sprinkle on the last bit of cheese.
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Bake
Place the skillet in your preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling around the edges.
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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