Description
Mexican-inspired enchilada skillet delivers comfort and nutrition in one delightful pan. Hearty ingredients combine with bold spices, creating a satisfying meal that brings family and friends together around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound ground turkey (or lean ground beef)
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced (any color)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 cup red enchilada sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Warm a spacious cast-iron skillet over medium flame, drizzling olive oil to coat the surface.
- Crumble ground turkey into the pan, methodically breaking apart the meat while it browns and cooks completely, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Transfer the cooked turkey to a separate plate, leaving behind savory residue in the skillet.
- Sauté diced onions and vibrant bell peppers in the same skillet until they become translucent and tender, roughly 3-4 minutes.
- Introduce minced garlic to the vegetable medley, allowing its aromatic essence to bloom for an additional minute.
- Incorporate black beans, fire-roasted diced tomatoes, sweet corn kernels, and zesty enchilada sauce into the skillet.
- Sprinkle cumin, chili powder, smoky paprika, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper throughout the mixture, stirring to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Reintroduce the cooked ground turkey to the skillet, gently folding ingredients together.
- Allow the mixture to simmer, developing rich flavors and slightly thickening for 5-7 minutes.
- Optional: Cascade shredded cheese across the top, covering briefly to encourage melting.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves and serve immediately alongside warm tortilla chips, fluffy rice, or a crisp green salad.
Notes
- Swap ground turkey with plant-based crumbles for a vegetarian version that maintains protein content and flavor profile.
- Control sodium levels by using low-sodium enchilada sauce and reduced-salt seasoning blends for heart-healthy meal modifications.
- Add extra vegetables like zucchini or spinach to boost nutrient density and increase vegetable intake without compromising taste.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting chili powder and using mild or hot enchilada sauce depending on individual heat preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg