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Chicken Enchilada Skillet

This Chicken Enchilada Skillet packs 68g protein and 597 calories per serving — one of the highest-protein Mexican-style options available. Batch-preps 6 servings on the stovetop in quick time, building flexibility into your weekly rotation. Engineered for anyone stacking protein intake while staying within calorie targets.

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Ingredients

6 servings
  • Olive oil(30g)

    Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

  • Yellow Onion
  • Chicken Breast, Grilled(960g)
  • Taco Seasoning, Packet (E.G. Old El Paso)(15g)

    Taco seasoning packet — Old El Paso or McCormick. Low sodium if available.

  • Green Chiles, Canned, Diced
  • Enchilada Sauce, Red, Canned
  • Tortilla, Corn, 6-Inch
  • Mexican Blend Cheese(480g)

    Pre-shredded Mexican blend cheese. Any store brand works.

  • Cilantro, Fresh
  • Sour Cream

    Regular or fat-free both work. Fat-free is thinner but saves ~40 cal/serving.

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 350°F with a rack in the center position.
  2. 2Heat the olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is glistening, add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3Add the chicken, taco seasoning, green chilies, and enchilada sauce and stir to combine. Add the tortilla strips. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil, then reduce and allow to simmer, stirring often, until the tortilla strips are softened, about 2 minutes. Separate the tortilla strips as best as possible. Remove the skillet from the heat.
  4. 4Top with the cheese and bake until the cheese is melted and the sauce is bubbling, about 25 minutes.
  5. 5Top with cilantro and sour cream, if desired, and serve.

Nutrition — Per Serving

597

calories

68g

protein

34g

fat

Carbohydrates
2g
Saturated fat
17.5g
Sodium
728 mg
Dietary fiber
0.0g

6 servings per batch · ~248g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Chicken Enchilada Skillet have per serving?

Each serving delivers 68g of protein and 597 calories, with 34g fat and just 2g carbs — one of the highest protein-to-calorie ratios in the PrepForge library.

How long does Chicken Enchilada Skillet take to prep?

Quick prep on the stovetop with 6 servings per batch means you can prepare an entire week's worth of high-protein dinners in a single cooking session.

Is Chicken Enchilada Skillet good for muscle gain?

At 68g protein per serving with minimal carbs (2g), this recipe is better suited for cutting or maintenance phases where maximizing protein intake while controlling calories is the priority.

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