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A vibrant enchilada skillet featuring layered tortillas topped with melted cheese, fresh chopped cilantro, red enchilada sauce, and slices of avocado, presented in a rustic cast iron skillet on a wooden surface with a colorful background, showcasing textures of gooey cheese, tender chicken, and fresh toppings.

Healthy Enchilada Skillet Delight

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A quick and nutritious Mexican-inspired skillet dish with tender chicken, enchilada sauce, cheese, and fresh toppings.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup red enchilada sauce
  • 8 small corn tortillas, cut into strips
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 ripe avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped red onion
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • Optional: sour cream, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
  2. Add shredded chicken and enchilada sauce, stirring to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. Layer tortilla strips over the chicken mixture in the skillet.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the tortillas.
  5. Cover and cook for 3-5 minutes until cheese melts and bubbling.
  6. Remove from heat and top with chopped cilantro, sliced avocado, red onion, and optional sour cream and lime wedges.

Notes

  • You can substitute cooked beef or beans for chicken for variation.
  • Use gluten-free tortillas to make it gluten-free.
  • Adjust spice level by adding chili powder or sliced jalapenos.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg