Skillet Enchiladas
Skillet enchiladas are a quick and flavorful one-pan dish that combines tender chicken, zesty salsa, and gooey cheese wrapped in soft tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe delivers a festive meal packed with vibrant flavors. With customizable ingredients and minimal prep time, every bite is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 4 breasts)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 1 cup salsa (your choice of spice level)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and Monterey Jack mix)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and let it rest. Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about one minute until fragrant.
- Shred the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and return to the skillet with salsa; stir to combine.
- Warm tortillas slightly to make them pliable. Spoon chicken mixture into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the skillet.
- Sprinkle cheese generously over the top, cover with a lid, and cook on low heat for about five minutes until cheese melts.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving hot with additional salsa or sour cream if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg