Description
Easy Cheesy Birria-Inspired Beef Skillet is a quick and flavorful dish that captures the essence of traditional birria in under an hour. This one-pan meal features tender, savory beef simmered in rich spices, topped with melted cheese, and served in warm tortillas or over rice. Perfect for busy weeknights and casual gatherings, this recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare, making it a go-to for families craving comfort food. Impress your loved ones with hearty flavors and cheesy goodness—dinner will never be the same!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ lb beef chuck, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp oregano
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 2 cups beef broth
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
- Add sliced onions and sauté for about 3-5 minutes until softened.
- Add beef chuck; cook until lightly browned on all sides.
- Stir in garlic, chili powder, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to coat the beef.
- Pour in beef broth and tomato sauce; stir to combine.
- Cover and let simmer on low heat for 35–40 minutes until the beef is tender.
- Use two forks to shred the beef slightly; simmer uncovered for an additional 5 minutes to thicken.
- Serve in warm tortillas or bowls with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg