Description
One Skillet Street Corn Chicken Enchilada Bake is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that combines the flavors of classic enchiladas with the sweetness of street corn. Perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings, this one-pan meal features tender chicken, creamy corn filling, and zesty spices, all topped with gooey melted cheese. In just an hour, you’ll have a satisfying and hearty dish that everyone will love. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or proteins, making it versatile enough for any occasion. With minimal cleanup required, this recipe is not only tasty but also convenient for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- 1 yellow onion, sliced
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- Kosher salt and black pepper
- 2 1/2 cups enchilada sauce or salsa verde
- 2 cups fresh corn
- 4 ounces cream cheese, room temp
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 6 tortillas, warmed
- 1/4 cup mayo
- Avocado, cotija cheese, limes, cilantro, and Tajin for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil and cook the sliced chicken seasoned with fajita seasoning until browned. Add sliced onion and bell peppers; cook for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in enchilada sauce and mix well.
- In a bowl, combine corn, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, chili powder, chives, and half of the shredded cheese.
- Spoon corn mixture into warmed tortillas and roll tightly. Place seam-side down in the skillet over chicken mixture.
- Top with remaining cheese and bake for 15-20 minutes until bubbly.
- Serve with avocado slices, cilantro, lime wedges, and a drizzle of mayo.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 100mg