Description
Green chile enchiladas dance with melted cheese in this simple skillet sensation, promising Mexican-inspired comfort without complex cooking. Spicy, cheesy layers promise a quick dinner solution you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound ground chicken
Vegetables and Spices:
- 1 yellow onion (chopped)
- 2 poblano peppers (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup fresh chopped cilantro
Liquids, Cheeses, and Extras:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 jars (12 ounces) salsa verde
- 2 ounces cream cheese (at room temperature)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 6 tortillas (warmed)
- kosher salt
- black pepper
Serving Suggestions:
- avocado
- limes
- yogurt or sour cream
- green onion
- jalapeños
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400°F, preparing for a vibrant Mexican-inspired dish that combines savory meat with zesty green chiles and melted cheese.
- In a large oven-safe skillet, sauté meat with onions and peppers over medium-high heat, breaking down protein until thoroughly browned, approximately 5 minutes.
- Enhance the mixture with aromatic spices: chili powder, paprika, and garlic powder. Pour in water and salsa verde, seasoning with salt. Allow the mixture to simmer and develop rich flavors for 5-8 minutes.
- Incorporate cream cheese into the skillet, stirring until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Remove from heat and fold in fresh cilantro for a bright, herbaceous note.
- Create enchilada rolls by sprinkling shredded cheese along the center of each tortilla, then carefully tucking and rolling the tortillas.
- Arrange the rolled enchiladas seam-side down directly in the skillet atop the meat mixture. Generously coat with remaining salsa verde and sprinkle additional cheese on top.
- Transfer skillet to preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese melts completely and edges become slightly crispy.
- Finish the dish with a tangy yogurt drizzle seasoned with lime and salt. Garnish with fresh avocado slices, extra cilantro, chopped green onions, and optional jalapeños for added heat.
Notes
- Customize the meat by using ground turkey or chicken for a leaner protein option that keeps the dish light and healthy.
- Soften cream cheese at room temperature beforehand to ensure smooth, quick blending without lumps when mixing into the meat mixture.
- Swap regular tortillas with low-carb or gluten-free alternatives like cauliflower or almond flour tortillas to accommodate dietary restrictions without compromising flavor.
- Control spice levels by adjusting the amount of chili powder, jalapeños, and green chiles to suit different heat tolerances while maintaining the dish’s signature zesty profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg