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Chicken Enchiladas


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A delicious recipe for chicken enchiladas with black beans, sweet corn, and a zesty enchilada sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lbs)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed
  • 1 cup sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup red enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Juice of 1 lime

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Sear the chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Remove from skillet and sauté for 3 minutes until heated.
  3. Pour in enchilada sauce, scraping any browned bits from the pan; simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Return the chicken to the skillet, nestling it into the sauce; simmer for an additional couple of minutes.
  5. Top with cheddar cheese and cover until melted (about 2 minutes). Garnish with cilantro and lime juice before serving.

Notes

  • This dish is best served hot and garnished with extra lime and cilantro.
  • Feel free to add more spices for extra heat.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg