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Create the Best High Protein Chicken Enchiladas for Dinner Tonight! Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These high protein chicken enchiladas are a delicious and satisfying dinner option. Packed with shredded chicken, refried beans, Greek yogurt, and cheese, these enchiladas are sure to be a hit with the whole family!


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 3 cup cooked, shredded chicken breast
  • 1/2 cup refried beans
  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 can (4 ounce) diced green chiles
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Additional Ingredients:

  • 810 flour tortillas
  • 1 1/2 cup red enchilada sauce
  • 1 1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend or mozzarella

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 375°F and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. Mix Filling: Combine Greek yogurt, refried beans, taco seasoning, chicken, cheese, and chiles. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Fill Tortillas: Scoop filling onto tortillas, roll up, and place in baking dish.
  4. Add Sauce: Pour enchilada sauce over tortillas and sprinkle with cheese.
  5. Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes, then broil for extra browning.
  6. Serve: Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving with desired toppings.

Notes

  • Enchiladas can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for longer storage.
  • Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: Approximately 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 550 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg