Best 3 Creamy Chipotle Chicken Skillet Dinner Recipes

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Indulge your taste buds in a tantalizing culinary journey with our Creamy Chipotle Chicken Skillet Dinner. This delectable dish combines the smoky heat of chipotle peppers with the richness of creamy sauce, all nestled atop a bed of tender chicken and colorful vegetables. Served with a side of fluffy rice, this skillet dinner promises an explosion of flavors and textures that will leave you craving for more. Prepare to embark on a flavor-packed adventure with our collection of recipes, ranging from the classic Creamy Chipotle Chicken Skillet to variations that cater to different dietary preferences and spice levels. Get ready to whip up a quick and satisfying meal that's perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekend gatherings.

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CREAMY CHIPOTLE SKILLET CHICKEN THIGHS



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Smoky chipotle is the star of this one-skillet chicken thigh recipe. Great for weeknight dinners, this can be on the table in under 30 minutes. Serve with tortillas or over rice or low-carb cauliflower rice with a simple cabbage slaw.

Provided by Breana Lai Killeen, M.P.H., RD

Categories     Healthy Chicken Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons canola oil or avocado oil, divided
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
½ teaspoon salt, divided
1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
½ cup unsalted chicken broth
½ cup chipotle salsa (see Tip)
¼ cup reduced-fat sour cream
Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cook, flipping once, until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  • Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and onion to the pan. Cook, stirring often, until the onion is lightly browned and starting to soften, about 2 minutes. Add broth and cook, scraping up any browned bits, for 1 minute.
  • Whisk salsa, sour cream and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Add the mixture to the pan, along with the chicken and any accumulated juices. Reduce heat to medium, cover and cook, flipping the chicken occasionally, until it is cooked through and the sauce has thickened slightly, 5 to 7 minutes more. Garnish with cilantro, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272.8 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 82.6 mg, Fat 17.6 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 22 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 474.1 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

CHIPOTLE CREAM CHICKEN



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My picky boyfriend always eats seconds of this. It's like enchiladas without the tortillas. Serve over rice -- we like to serve with yellow rice or Mexican rice. You will want something to soak up all the delicious sauce.

Provided by KNBUCHANAN

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup diced onion
½ cup chopped green bell pepper
1 tablespoon butter
¾ cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Place the flour, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper into a large plastic bag. Close the bag and shake a few times to mix the seasonings, and drop in the chicken pieces, a few at a time. Shake the bag to coat the chicken with seasoned flour.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook and stir the onion and green pepper in the oil until the onion is translucent, about 6 minutes. Stir in butter, and allow to melt. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet, and cook and stir until the chicken pieces are browned on all sides, about 10 minutes.
  • Increase heat to medium-high, and pour in chicken broth; stir in the chipotle peppers with adobo sauce. Bring to a boil, and reduce the chicken broth by half, stirring often, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in the sour cream to make a smooth sauce, and sprinkle with cilantro to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.2 calories, Carbohydrate 11 g, Cholesterol 86.9 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 29.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.5 g, Sodium 456 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CREAMY CHIPOTLE CHICKEN



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A delicious slow-cooker recipe of creamy chicken with a slight kick, yumm! Serve chicken with rice and spoon some sauce over the top.

Provided by tnahinu

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 6h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¼ cup melted butter
salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
½ cup chicken broth
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, cut into cubes
3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, minced
1 tablespoon adobo sauce from chipotle peppers

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts into a slow cooker, brush with butter, and sprinkle with salt, pepper, and minced garlic. Pour in the cream of chicken soup and chicken broth, and add the cream cheese, peppers, and adobo sauce. Stir the mixture gently. Cover, set the cooker to Low, and cook for 6 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 494.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 159 mg, Fat 38.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 21.5 g, Sodium 862 mg, Sugar 0.5 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right chicken: For best results, use boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. If using chicken breasts, pound them thin so they cook evenly.
  • Use a good quality chipotle pepper: Chipotle peppers can vary in heat level, so choose one that is to your liking. If you can't find chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, you can make your own by drying and smoking jalapeños.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: When searing the chicken, make sure not to overcrowd the skillet. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
  • Use a flavorful cooking liquid: The cooking liquid adds flavor to the chicken and sauce. Use a flavorful broth or stock, such as chicken, vegetable, or beef broth.
  • Simmer the chicken until cooked through: After searing the chicken, simmer it in the cooking liquid until it is cooked through. This usually takes about 15-20 minutes.
  • Make sure the sauce is thick enough: The sauce should be thick enough to coat the chicken and vegetables. If it is too thin, simmer it for a few minutes longer until it thickens.

Conclusion:

This creamy chipotle chicken skillet dinner is a flavorful and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a busy weeknight. The chicken is cooked in a creamy chipotle sauce with vegetables, and the whole dish is served over rice. It is a delicious and satisfying meal that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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