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High Protein Chicken Enchiladas in 30 Minutes

High Protein Chicken Enchiladas (30 minutes, 7 ingredients) Delight!


  • Author: pregmommy
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 8 enchiladas (4 servings) 1x

Description

These High Protein Chicken Enchiladas are a quick and delicious meal that can be made in just 30 minutes with only 7 ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping.


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup refried beans (120g)
  • 3/4 cup Greek yogurt (170g)
  • 1 Tbsp taco seasoning
  • 3 cups shredded chicken (280g)
  • 1.5 cups shredded Mexican cheese (168g) divided
  • 10 oz. can red enchilada sauce
  • 8 flour tortillas 8-inch

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the refried beans, Greek yogurt, and taco seasoning.
  3. Stir in the shredded chicken until well mixed.
  4. Spread a thin layer of red enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
  5. Place a generous amount of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, sprinkle with some cheese, then roll them up and place in the baking dish seam side down.
  6. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the rolled tortillas, and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy your High Protein Chicken Enchiladas!

Notes

Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite vegetables or beans for added nutrition. You can also use tortilla alternatives for a gluten-free option.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
  • Calories: 435 kcal
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 890 mg
  • Fat: 16 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 31 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 105 mg

Keywords: High Protein Chicken Enchiladas, 30 minutes, 7 ingredients, quick dinner, healthy recipe