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Green Sauce Chicken Enchilada Skillet

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A comforting chicken enchilada skillet featuring vibrant veggies and a luscious green sauce, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1 medium zucchini, diced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 cups salsa verde
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 cups chicken, cooked and sliced or shredded
  • 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
  • 6 ounces tortillas, sliced
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat the oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and zucchini, cooking until tender (about 3-5 minutes).
  3. Stir in ground cumin and chopped garlic, cooking until fragrant (about 1 minute).
  4. Mix in the salsa verde and sour cream until combined.
  5. Add the chicken and corn, followed by the sliced tortillas, and bring to a simmer.
  6. Turn off the heat and sprinkle Monterey Jack cheese generously on top.
  7. Transfer to the oven to broil until the cheese melts (about 1 minute).
  8. Garnish with cilantro and enjoy.

Notes

For an extra kick, consider adding diced jalapeños. Always taste as you go to adjust seasoning.

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