One Pan Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Skillet
One Pan Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Skillet is your new go-to weeknight meal, delivering the classic flavors of enchiladas without the hassle of rolling them up. In just 35 minutes, you can enjoy a creamy and cheesy dish that’s packed with tender chicken, zesty spices, and vibrant toppings. Perfect for busy families or casual get-togethers, this one-skillet wonder ensures minimal cleanup while maximizing flavor. Customize it with your favorite ingredients to make it truly yours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
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- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 ounces chopped green chiles
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
- 1 cup sour cream
- 12 corn tortillas (cut into pieces)
- 2 cups grated colby-jack cheese
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth until smooth and thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Add salt, green chiles, and chicken breasts to the sauce, cover, and simmer on low for about 15 minutes.
- Remove chicken, shred it, then mix back into the sauce along with sour cream and tortillas.
- Top with cheese, cover, and cook for an additional 5-8 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of skillet (about 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg