Description
Indulge in a quick and satisfying meal with this Easy Chicken Enchilada Skillet, perfect for busy weeknights. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up a vibrant one-pan dish that combines tender chicken, zesty enchilada sauce, and savory spices, all topped with melted cheese. This delightful recipe allows for customization based on your preferences—add extra veggies or swap in different proteins to make it your own. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream for a delicious finish. With its rich flavors and comforting textures, this chicken enchilada skillet is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Olive oil
- 1 red onion
- 3 garlic cloves
- Taco seasoning
- 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles
- Enchilada sauce
- Shredded cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- Fresh cilantro
- Sour cream
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook seasoned chicken breasts for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove chicken, then sauté chopped onion and minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant.
- Shred the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet. Stir in taco seasoning and diced tomatoes.
- Pour enchilada sauce over the mixture; let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add shredded cheese on top during the last minute of cooking until melted. Serve garnished with cilantro and sour cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken beforehand or use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for quicker prep. - Customize spice levels by adjusting taco seasoning or adding extra vegetables like bell peppers or corn. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days.