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A skillet filled with creamy healthy chicken enchilada topped with melted cheese and black beans in a Mexican fiesta style.

Healthy Chicken Enchilada Skillet with a Creamy Southwest Twist


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

Description

This one-pan skillet delivers bold enchilada flavors in a creamy, lighter Southwest-inspired sauce. It’s a quick and healthy weeknight dinner that combines tender chicken, beans, and melty cheese with minimal cleanup.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup corn or diced bell peppers (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh cilantro, avocado, and lime wedges for serving

  • Instructions

    1. Heat olive oil in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat.

    2. Add diced onion and cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.

    3. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

    4. Add ground cumin, chili powder, and smoked paprika and toast for 30 seconds.

    5. Mix in shredded chicken and black beans until coated with spices.

    6. Pour in enchilada sauce and green chiles, stir and simmer for 5 minutes.

    7. Lower heat and stir in Greek yogurt until sauce is creamy.

    8. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, cover and cook 2 to 3 minutes until melted.

    9. Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.

    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Category: dinner
    • Method: stovetop
    • Cuisine: mexican

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving

    Keywords: healthy chicken enchilada skillet, creamy southwest twist, one pan meal, enchilada skillet, easy dinner, mexican skillet, weeknight dinner