Chicken Black Bean Enchilada Skillet Recipe
This Chicken Black Bean Enchilada Skillet is a quick and easy one-pan meal that’s packed with flavor. Tender chicken thighs are seasoned with garlic, cumin, and oregano, then cooked with black beans, enchilada sauce, and salsa. Topped with melted cheese and your favorite garnishes, it’s a delicious Tex-Mex inspired dish perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Chicken:
- 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs (cut into bite-size pieces)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp oregano
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Enchilada Skillet:
- 15 oz canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 ½ cups red enchilada sauce
- ½ cup salsa
- 6 small white corn tortillas (cut into 1″ strips)
- 1 cup Mexican blend cheese (shredded)
Garnishes:
- Sour Cream
- Diced Green Onions
- Diced Avocado
- Diced Tomatoes
Instructions
- Season the chicken: Season chicken thighs with garlic powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Sauté in a large skillet over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
- Prepare the skillet: Add black beans, enchilada sauce, and salsa to the skillet. Simmer until beans are cooked.
- Add tortillas: Stir in corn tortilla strips until coated in sauce. Top with cheese, cover, and melt for 3 minutes.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with sour cream, green onions, avocado, and tomatoes. Enjoy!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: Chicken Black Bean Enchilada Skillet, One-Pan Meal, Tex-Mex, Easy Dinner
