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Beef and Quinoa Enchilada Skillet

February 6, 2017 62 Comments

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This super simple Beef and Quinoa Enchilada Skillet is high on flavor, low on effort, and sure to become a weeknight family favorite!

Beef and Quinoa Enchilada Skillet

Helllloooo friends and Happy Monday! Did y’all enjoy the Super Bowl?

Beef and Quinoa Enchilada Skillet

As I’m writing this, it’s almost the end of the second quarter and the Falcons are up 14-zip. Say what?! I definitely would not have pegged that one. I actually don’t have a favorite this year, so it could go either way and I’d be fine. On the one hand, it would be nice if Tom Brady and the Pats won because he’d be the first quarterback to win five Super Bowls. But on the other hand if Matt Ryan and the Falcons won that would be great too because he went to Penn Charter, one of our local high schools. As long as the game’s competitive, I’m good.

This year Tom and I decided to lay low and watch the game at home with our neighbor David. Just a quiet, relaxing little party. We’re enjoying some cocktails, delicious appys, dinner and of course a decadent little dessert. The big halftime show is coming up, so today’s post is going to be short and sweet.

Beef and Quinoa Enchilada Skillet

This Beef and Quinoa Enchilada Skillet is an easy weekly favorite at the BHK. If you don’t count cooking up the quinoa, this is technically a one skillet meal. Woohoo! Who doesn’t like a one skillet meal when your week is crazy busy, the kids have tons of homework to do and no one wants to help with cleanup?!

And this skillet is not only packed with flavor, but it’s full of protein. It’s a delicious combo of quinoa (my favorite grain), ground beef, black beans, corn, tomatoes, enchilada sauce and just enough cheddar jack to make it your new favorite easy peasy, cheesy, technically one dish wonder! Enjoy!

Beef and Quinoa Enchilada Skillet

 

5 from 4 votes
Beef and Quinoa Enchilada Skillet
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Beef and Quinoa Enchilada Bake
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
 
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: skillet dinner, enchilada, Mexican, ground beef
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 473 kcal
Author: MaryAnn Dwyer
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup quinoa
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 small onion about 1/3 cup, finely chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 10 oz. can mild enchilada sauce I use Old El Paso
  • 1 14 oz. can petite diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 cup black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 8.75 oz. can yellow whole kernel corn
  • 1 tsp. cumin
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar jack cheese
  • 1-2 Tbsp. fresh cilantro finely chopped for garnish if desired
  • chopped tomatoes for garnish if desired
Instructions
  1. Fill a small pot with 1 cup water and cook quinoa according to package directions. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large nonstick skillet, over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and onions and cook for 8-10 minutes crumbling beef until no longer pink. Drain fat and return to burner.
  3. Add quinoa, garlic, enchilada sauce, tomatoes, black beans, corn, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt and pepper until well combined. Cook over medium-low heat until heated through, about 15 minutes.
  4. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook until cheese melts, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and chopped tomatoes and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Beef and Quinoa Enchilada Bake
Amount Per Serving
Calories 473 Calories from Fat 234
% Daily Value*
Fat 26g40%
Saturated Fat 10g63%
Cholesterol 73mg24%
Sodium 840mg37%
Potassium 778mg22%
Carbohydrates 37g12%
Fiber 7g29%
Sugar 10g11%
Protein 26g52%
Vitamin A 1431IU29%
Vitamin C 13mg16%
Calcium 208mg21%
Iron 5mg28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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Comments

  1. Kate @ Framed Cooks says

    February 6, 2017 at 7:14 am

    Well, my Atlanta born and raised Southern husband mightily enjoyed the Super Bowl – until the last quarter. Ooof. I think I may need to cheer him up with some of this enchilada deliciousness!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:30 am

      I know Kate! What an amazing comeback for the Pats! Yes, I think this will help and perhaps a margarita!! Happy Monday!

      Reply
  2. Dawn - Girl Heart Food says

    February 6, 2017 at 7:53 am

    First time in history that they went into overtime! What a game! What a comeback! Crazy! And that half time show? Loved it! Speaking of love, loving this skillet! All those flavours packed into one delicious dish! This sounds amazing, Mary Ann. Pinning this one and going on the list to try soon. I bet some avocado would be lovely on here too! Happy Monday, my friend! XO

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:31 am

      I know! What a game is right Dawn! Avocado would be a great addition! Have a great week Dawn!

      Reply
  3. Chris Scheuer says

    February 6, 2017 at 8:12 am

    Yummy! This looks amazing. I love combining a little decadence with lots of healthy. A perfection pairing to me!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:32 am

      Thanks Chris! It’s so easy and packed with flavor! Hope your week is off to a great start!

      Reply
  4. Jennifer @ Seasons and Suppers says

    February 6, 2017 at 8:26 am

    This is so perfect! Making healthy flavourful is always a win in my books :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:32 am

      Thanks Jennifer! Hope you enjoy it if you give it a try!

      Reply
  5. Cathy | whatshouldimakefor.com says

    February 6, 2017 at 8:38 am

    Yum! Love all of these flavors and that extra dose of protein from the quinoa. Going to add this to our weeknight rotation!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:32 am

      Yay! Hope you all enjoy Cathy!

      Reply
  6. Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says

    February 6, 2017 at 8:42 am

    I love anything and everything quinoa. This looks like something my kids would actually eat! Woo hoo. Weeknight dinner winner!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:33 am

      Me too Karen! I think the kids would really like it! Happy Monday!

      Reply
  7. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    February 6, 2017 at 8:55 am

    We didn’t watch all of the super bowl, but we (of course) watched the halftime show. And then we caught the 4th quarter and OT. Some game. I don’t care for either team, so I was fine with the results. Lol! Anyways, loooooove this skillet! I’m a HUGE fan of anything with Mexican flavors and quinoa is an added bonus! This looks super flavorful and you can’t beat the fact it’s easy-peasy! I’ll take the whole skillet please! Pinned of course! Cheers!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:33 am

      Yes, that halftime show!! A lot of money and work went into that for sure! This one is so easy Chey! Perfect for when the week is crazy busy!

      Reply
  8. Alida | Simply Delicious says

    February 6, 2017 at 9:26 am

    I love the look of this easy recipe Mary Ann! It looks like a flavor bomb of note.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:34 am

      Thanks Alida! It is!

      Reply
  9. Kathy @ Beyond the Chicken Coop says

    February 6, 2017 at 10:18 am

    The game was amazing! We weren’t really for either team, but we really enjoyed the game! I love when it’s a great game and not a blow out! These enchiladas look great! I love the added quinoa! Have a great week!!!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:34 am

      t really was Kathy! The best Super Bowl I’ve seen in a long time! Thanks so much!

      Reply
  10. Geraldine | Green Valley Kitchen says

    February 6, 2017 at 11:20 am

    Love how simple and delicious this is, Mary Ann. I’d have to leave out the beef – maybe substitute zucchini instead?? But I’m all about easy recipes so I love this. I didn’t watch the Super Bowl – but I won the half time pool that we had a work!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 6, 2017 at 11:35 am

      Yes, zucchini would be a great substitution Geraldine! Yay that you won the pool!

      Reply
  11. Elinor Hill aka Beachhutcook says

    February 6, 2017 at 12:11 pm

    This looks delicious. It’s cold and rainy here on the southern coast of the UK and all I keep thinking of it theis dish and how it would warm me up! Elinor x

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 6, 2017 at 12:12 pm

      This will do it Elinor! I hope you give it a go!

      Reply
  12. Matt says

    February 6, 2017 at 12:22 pm

    The perfect combination of flavors and the right amount of healthy, this looks awesome!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 6, 2017 at 2:36 pm

      I think we all need a bit of healthy after the Super Bowl, right?!

      Reply
  13. naomi says

    February 6, 2017 at 12:49 pm

    I’m absolutely loving this one skillet meal. I can’t wait to make this for the family!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 6, 2017 at 2:37 pm

      I hope you all enjoy it Naomi!

      Reply
  14. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    February 6, 2017 at 2:13 pm

    Oh this looks so delicious Mary Ann! So nice and hearty and healthy! I won’t tell you how many wings I ate yesterday but let’s just say your dish is coming at just the right time! ;) Great game, huh?! Loved every minute of it! Have a lovely week, my friend!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 6, 2017 at 2:37 pm

      Yes! What a game Annie! Hope you have a great week too!

      Reply
  15. Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says

    February 6, 2017 at 10:02 pm

    I still can’t believe that game. Who comes back from a 25 point difference? Sigh…. I’d much rather think about your awesome looking beef and quinoa enchilada skillet. I’m always on board for a one pan weeknight dish!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 7, 2017 at 8:49 am

      I know! Me too Rachelle! Easy and delicious is always a win win!

      Reply
  16. Laura | Tutti Dolci says

    February 6, 2017 at 10:17 pm

    I love this skillet, Mary Ann! This is comfort food at its finest :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 7, 2017 at 8:51 am

      Thanks Laura!

      Reply
  17. Tieghan says

    February 7, 2017 at 12:29 am

    I love the sound of this1 Quinoa bakes are my favorite! :) And yes, the game was so insane. Can’t believe the comeback!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 7, 2017 at 8:50 am

      Me either Tieghan! It was crazy. I love quinoa bakes too! So hearty!

      Reply
  18. Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy says

    February 7, 2017 at 10:22 am

    All my faves: Mexican food, beef, quinoa, skillet dinners. YES!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 7, 2017 at 10:58 am

      My favorites too! Hope you give it a go!

      Reply
  19. Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says

    February 7, 2017 at 4:06 pm

    I love everything going on in this Tex-Mex skillet. Since I can’t do quinoa, I’m thinking rice would be a great sub :)

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 7, 2017 at 5:06 pm

      Perfect! Hope you enjoy it Gina!

      Reply
  20. Kevin | Keviniscooking says

    February 7, 2017 at 7:01 pm

    What a killer skillet dinner and was that game something? Wow, OT and so exciting… at least in the second half! I am loving this easy peasy, cheesy din din Mary Ann.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 8, 2017 at 2:12 pm

      Yes, it certainly was Kevin! Glad you like this one!

      Reply
  21. Gerlinde | Sunnycovechef says

    February 7, 2017 at 10:10 pm

    We had friends come for dinner thinking the game would be over but what a surprise. I love your Quinoa skillet, it looks delicious.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 8, 2017 at 2:13 pm

      Yes! It was definitely a fun game to watch Gerlinde! We love enchiladas, so it’s got all the flavors and half the work!

      Reply
  22. Cindy says

    February 7, 2017 at 11:48 pm

    Looks delicious! Anything with corn, beef, and cheese, and I am in! Love the protein part too, as I can use that a lot more than carbs. Sounds like a nice cozy Superbowl gathering. Cheers!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 8, 2017 at 2:14 pm

      It was fun Cindy! Hope you had a great time too! You’ll love this quick and easy skillet!

      Reply
  23. Debs says

    February 9, 2017 at 3:41 am

    Looks delicious Mary Ann. Pinned this to the 30 minute dinners board. I know it says 40 minutes, but it definitely looks worth the extra 10 minutes!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 9, 2017 at 6:44 am

      Thanks so much Debs! Hope you enjoy it!

      Reply
  24. Karly says

    February 9, 2017 at 12:57 pm

    You have totally killed the quinoa game with this one! Looks so flavorful and delicious- definitely a must-have at our next family fiesta!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 9, 2017 at 1:00 pm

      Yay!! So glad you like it Karly!

      Reply
  25. Emily says

    February 18, 2017 at 3:58 pm

    Oh Mary Ann, how I need this in my life right now. :) One skillet, colorful, and all those good tex-mex flavors. This is going to be a crazy week for me and I need quick meals like this. Adding it to this week’s dinner menu!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      February 18, 2017 at 6:05 pm

      It’s such a delicious hearty meal Emily. I hope you all enjoy it as much as we do!

      Reply
  26. Jess says

    March 29, 2017 at 7:33 pm

    I made this for my lunch to eat through the week! I used ground turkey instead of beef. I never got bored of eating it!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      March 29, 2017 at 9:28 pm

      I’m so glad you like it Jess. I’ve made it with ground turkey too. Thanks so much for stopping by to leave a comment!

      Reply
  27. Marie says

    December 5, 2018 at 8:16 pm

    I’m so happy I found this recipe! I made it exactly as directed and just squeezed a little fresh lime before serving. Thank you so much. Delicious!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      December 5, 2018 at 9:04 pm

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it Marie! Thanks so much for following the BHK!

      Reply
  28. Karen says

    September 20, 2020 at 8:06 pm

    My husband and I both loved this. I’ll be making it again!

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      September 20, 2020 at 8:25 pm

      So happy you enjoyed it Karen! Thanks so much for following!

      Reply
  29. George says

    October 9, 2020 at 7:16 am

    I tried the recipe today. Wow its awesome the taste was just wow. Everyone loved it. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      October 9, 2020 at 9:31 am

      So happy you enjoyed it George! I bet you’d really love the beef burrito skillet I just shared on the blog too. It’s super simple and so delicious! Thanks so much for following!

      Reply
  30. Brenda Flusty says

    January 13, 2021 at 6:53 pm

    Awesome!!! Yummy!!!
    Do you have the nutritional value on this dish??

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      January 13, 2021 at 8:15 pm

      So happy you enjoyed it Brenda! I will update the nutritional info ASAP!

      Reply
  31. Brenda Flusty says

    January 13, 2021 at 6:54 pm

    By the way I forgot to rate it…

    Reply
    • Mary Ann says

      January 13, 2021 at 8:15 pm

      Thanks so much!!

      Reply

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