- Store-bought enchilada sauce saves time while still delivering bold, spicy flavors.
- Chicken contains protein and B vitamins to support a healthy metabolism.
- The entire dish cooks in one skillet for easy cleanup.
This Chicken & Sweet Potato Enchilada Skillet is a one-pan wonder designed to make busy weeknights easier. It brings together antioxidant-rich sweet potatoes and protein-packed chicken for a flavorful dinner. Using a store-bought sauce helps save time, but doesn’t skimp on flavor. The combination of sweet, smoky and spicy flavors will have you coming back for more. Plus, everything cooks in one skillet, so cleanup is as easy as the prep. Ready to give this crowd-pleasing meal a try? Read on for our expert tips for success, including what to serve with it and how to give it your own unique spin!
Tips from the EatingWell Test Kitchen
These are the key tips we learned while developing and testing this recipe in our Test Kitchen to make sure it works, tastes great and is good for you too!
- You can easily make a milder version by choosing mild enchilada sauce, swapping out the poblano for a green bell pepper and using Monterey Jack cheese in place of the pepper Jack.
- Want to give this skillet a different flavor? Try using green enchilada sauce in place of red.
- Leftover roasted or grilled chicken works well here. Rotisserie chicken will work well too, but keep in mind that it will add additional sodium to the dish.
Nutrition Notes
- Chicken is a complete source of protein since it contains all nine essential amino acids. Protein is an important nutrient that helps our bodies build new cells and promotes muscle growth. Chicken also contains B vitamins, which are necessary for a healthy metabolism.
- Sweet potatoes contain antioxidants like beta carotene, which gets converted into vitamin A in the body to help promote better heart health. The vegetable is also high in fiber—be sure to keep the peel on as that will increase the fiber content. Eating enough fiber can help keep the good bacteria in your gut happy.
- Pinto beans add even more plant-based protein and fiber—this combination of nutrients can help you feel full for longer. Beans are also a good source of folate, which is an important nutrient for cell health.
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood.
