Gluten-Free Chicken Enchilada Skillet

This gluten-free chicken enchilada skillet is an easy one-pot chicken enchilada recipe that has all the flavors of your favorite enchiladas in one easy skillet. By using a rotisserie chicken, your cook time will be cut down substantially, making for a quick and easy dinner night!

Enchiladas are my favorite, but they can be time-consuming to make, so why not throw together this gluten-free chicken enchilada skillet together for dinner in half the time! To make this skillet even more time-friendly, we’ll be using a rotisserie chicken. You’ll get the savory flavor of the chicken without a huge time suck to make it.

Ingredients needed

To make this easy gluten-free chicken enchilada skillet recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• 3 tsp. olive oil
• 8 corn tortillas
• 1 large rotisserie chicken
• 1/4 cup diced white onion
• 1 red bell pepper – chopped
• 1/2 tsp. minced garlic
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. black pepper
• 1/2 tsp. cumin
• 1/2 tsp. paprika
• 1 1/4 cup red enchilada sauce
• 2 cups shredded cheddar/Monterey jack cheese blend

How to make gluten-free chicken enchilada skillet recipe

1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tsp. olive oil over medium heat. Cut the corn tortillas into small square pieces and add to the skillet. Add salt and pepper, cook for 5-10 minutes, or until the pieces begin to crisp. Remove the tortillas from the pan.
2. Remove the skin from the rotisserie chicken and pull off the breast and thigh meat.
3. Add an additional teaspoon of olive oil to the pan and add in the chicken, chopped onions, bell pepper, garlic, cumin, and paprika. Sauté for about 10 minutes or until the vegetables are soft.
4. Add the corn tortillas back into the skillet and stir. Add in 1 cup of the shredded cheese and stir until melted.
5. Add in the enchilada sauce and stir until well combined. Top with remaining shredded cheese, let melt and serve.

Recipe FAQs

Can you make enchilada skillet with flour tortillas?

You could use flour tortillas, just know that flour tortillas are not naturally gluten-free. I would suggest sticking with corn tortillas or use a gluten-free flour tortilla, if preferred.

What goes good with enchiladas?

Any of the traditional Mexican sides like Mexican rice, refried beans, or chips and salsa would go well. Or even dishes like chipotle shrimp guacamole or grilled Mexican street corn would go great with enchiladas.

Is taco sauce the same as enchilada sauce?

Taco sauce tends to be thicker and less spicy than enchilada sauce, but if you don’t have any enchilada sauce on hand you can easily swap in taco sauce (not salsa) to make your gluten-free chicken enchilada skillet. You want a smooth sauce, not chunky.

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• Green Chicken Enchilada Skillet – if you love this red enchilada skillet recipe, try this green one next!
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Gluten-Free Chicken Enchilada Skillet Recipe