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Green Chile Chicken Skillet Enchiladas

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  • Author: cozykitcheneats
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: One Pot/One Pan
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Description

These Green Chile Chicken Skillet Enchiladas are an easy, one-pan dinner packed with shredded chicken, green chiles, cheese, and soft tortillas. Everything comes together in a skillet for a cozy, family-friendly meal with bold flavor and minimal cleanup.


Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
  • 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 (10 oz) can green enchilada sauce
  • 6 corn tortillas, cut into strips
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sour cream (optional, for serving)
  • Lime wedges (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  • Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, until softened.
  • Stir in the garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add shredded chicken, green chiles, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
  • Pour in the green enchilada sauce and bring everything to a simmer.
  • Stir in the tortilla strips and gently mix to coat with the sauce.
  • Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top.
  • Cover with a lid or foil and let it cook for about 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve with sour cream and lime wedges if desired.

Notes

  • You can swap corn tortillas for flour tortillas if preferred.
  • Add black beans or corn for extra texture and flavor.
  • For extra spice, toss in a chopped jalapeño or use hot green chiles.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 410
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 840mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg