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Chipotle Cheddar Corn Chicken Enchiladas


  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Diet: Non‑Vegetarian

Description

🌽 A one‑pan enchilada that combines smoky chipotle, sweet corn, and melty cheddar for a satisfying family dinner.
🔥 Ready in under an hour, it’s a vibrant, cheesy twist on classic enchiladas with minimal cleanup.


Ingredients

– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken tenders or small breasts

– 2 Tbsp olive oil, plus a little extra for drizzling

– 2‑4 chipotle chilies in adobo, finely chopped, or 1 Tbsp chipotle10‑12 corn tortillas (6-inch)

– 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

– 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded

– diced avocado (optional topping)

– yogurt or sour cream (optional topping)

– crumbled cotija or feta (optional topping)

– lime wedges (optional topping)


Instructions

1-Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to get that perfect roast going. This method not only simplifies cleanup but also locks in all those yummy flavors from the fresh ingredients.

2-Season the chicken on a rimmed baking sheet by tossing it with 1 Tbsp olive oil, the chopped chipotle chilies or powder, and a bit of salt and pepper. Then, arrange the veggies around it: scatter the corn on the cob, sliced poblano, quartered onion, and whole garlic cloves, drizzling them with a little more olive oil and seasoning. Pop it in the oven and let everything roast until the chicken is cooked through.

3-Shred the chicken with two forks, remove the kernels from the corn cobs by laying each ear flat on a cutting board and cutting down the sides, then slice and seed the poblano, and rough-chop the onion and garlic. Mix it all back on the baking sheet with 1 cup salsa verde, half of the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, and 1/2 cup chopped cilantro.

4-For the assembly, spread 1 cup salsa verde in a 9×13-inch baking dish, spoon the mixture into each tortilla, roll them up, and place them seam-side down. Top with the remaining salsa verde and cheese, then bake for 10-15 minutes until bubbly.

5-Assembling these enchiladas is where the fun really begins, as you get to see all those ingredients come to life. Remember, this step ensures even cooking and maximum flavor infusion. Don’t forget to garnish with extras like avocado or lime for that fresh pop it’s what makes the dish feel homemade and special.

Notes

🌽 Remove corn kernels after roasting by cutting down the side of each ear on a cutting board and rotating to release all kernels.
🔥 Adjust the heat by using fewer chipotle chilies for a milder flavor or all four for more heat.
🧀 Sprinkle a few charred kernels from the roasting pan over the finished enchiladas for extra texture and smoky taste.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Sheet‑Pan Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 rolled enchilada (approximately 1/6 of the dish)
  • Calories: 946 kcal

Keywords: Chipotle Enchiladas, Corn Chicken Enchiladas, Cheddar Chicken Enchilada, Sheet Pan Enchilada