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Skillet Creamy Chipotle Chicken Enchiladas: Easy & Delicious


  • Author: meryem srhir
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

These one-skillet chipotle chicken enchiladas are smoky, creamy, and comforting—perfect for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner. No rolling required, just layers of deliciousness in a single pan!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1/2 onion, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 12 chipotle peppers in adobo, chopped

  • 1 tsp ground cumin

  • 1 tsp chili powder

  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1/2 cup sour cream

  • 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)

  • 1 cup enchilada sauce

  • 6 corn tortillas, torn into bite-sized pieces

  • 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

  • Lime wedges, for serving


Instructions

  • Sauté Base: In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, then stir in garlic and chipotle peppers.

  • Add Chicken & Season: Mix in shredded chicken, cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika. Cook for 1–2 minutes.

  • Make Creamy Sauce: Stir in sour cream, cream cheese, and enchilada sauce. Simmer until smooth and warmed through.

  • Add Tortillas & Cheese: Fold in tortilla pieces, then sprinkle cheese on top.

  • Melt & Finish: Cover and cook for 5 minutes until cheese melts. Optional: broil 1–2 minutes for bubbly, golden top.

  • Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges.

Notes

  • Adjust heat by using more or fewer chipotle peppers.

  • Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.

  • Want it cheesier? Stir extra cheese into the filling before topping.

  • Swap tortillas for tortilla chips for a “chilaquiles” style version.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 460kal
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 680mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g