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Healthy Enchilada Skillet

This Healthy Enchilada Skillet combines the comforting flavors of traditional enchiladas into a quick, nutritious dish. With rotisserie chicken and vibrant ingredients, it’s perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • ½ tablespoon avocado or coconut oil
  • ½ yellow onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded chicken (preferably rotisserie)
  • 115 oz can black beans, rinsed
  • 14 oz can green chiles
  • 115 oz jar red enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 6 gluten-free 6-inch tortillas, cut into quarters
  • 6 oz shredded Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese blend
  • Juice of one lime
  • Cilantro, for garnish
  • Shredded romaine lettuce, for serving
  • Lime wedges, for serving
  • Sour cream, for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • Sauté garlic and onion in oil until translucent.
  • Mix chicken, sautéed ingredients, black beans, green chiles, enchilada sauce, broth, and lime juice in a large bowl.
  • Fold in tortilla quarters gently.
  • Transfer mixture back to skillet and top with cheese.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly and golden.
  • Garnish with cilantro and serve warm with lettuce, lime wedges, and sour cream.

Notes

Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
Rest the dish after baking to allow flavors to settle.
Adjust chipotle powder to vary spice level.

  • Author: jesseca
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Skillet, Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 750
  • Fat: 22
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 37
  • Fiber: 7
  • Protein: 30
  • Cholesterol: 75