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High Protein Chicken Enchiladas

High Protein Chicken Enchiladas for Flavor-Packed Comfort

Enjoy high protein chicken enchiladas featuring creamy white sauce, perfect for a healthy, flavorful dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Enchiladas
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Main protein source
  • 8 pieces Whole Wheat Tortillas Can use corn tortillas for gluten-free
  • 1/2 cup Shredded Cheese Monterey Jack or cheddar recommended
For the White Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can substitute with sour cream
  • 1/4 cup Milk Almond milk is a good non-dairy alternative
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Can use fresh garlic
For Seasoning
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil Can be replaced with neutral oil
  • 1 tsp Cumin Gives an earthy flavor
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Essential for flavor balance
  • 1/4 tsp Black Pepper Adds mild heat

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Baking dish
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the chicken filling by combining cooked shredded chicken with olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and fold in some shredded cheese.
  2. Craft the simple white sauce by whisking together Greek yogurt and milk until smooth, seasoning with additional garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil. Spread some creamy white sauce on the bottom.
  4. Warm the tortillas to make them pliable. Spoon the chicken filling onto each tortilla, rolling them tightly and placing seam-side down in the baking dish.
  5. Top the enchiladas with the remaining white sauce and sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
  7. Let the enchiladas rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These enchiladas are customizable; feel free to add your favorite ingredients or spices to enhance flavor.

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