Description
Hearty, comforting, and loaded with lean protein, these High Protein Chicken Enchiladas are the perfect answer to weeknight cravings and post-workout hunger. Creamy Greek yogurt, flavorful shredded chicken, and fiber-packed tortillas come together to create a nutritious dish the whole family will love without sacrificing flavor or satisfaction.
Ingredients
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For the Enchiladas:
- Shredded chicken (store-bought or homemade)
- ½ cup refried beans (black or pinto beans)
- Plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (divided)
- 10 oz red enchilada sauce
- High-fiber tortillas (enough to use all filling, approx. 6–8)
Optional Garnishes:
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Avocado slices
- Extra Greek yogurt (as sour cream alternative)
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Set to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare filling: In a mixing bowl, combine Greek yogurt, refried beans, and taco seasoning. Stir in shredded chicken and ½ cup of shredded cheese.
- Fill tortillas: Place about ⅓ cup of filling onto each tortilla, then roll tightly.
- Assemble enchiladas: Arrange rolled tortillas seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Top with sauce: Pour enchilada sauce evenly over the tortillas.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese over the top.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Garnish with cilantro, avocado, or Greek yogurt. Serve with cilantro lime rice, salad, or a protein-packed quinoa and black bean bowl.
Notes
- Meal prep friendly: These enchiladas store well for up to 4 days in the fridge.
- Make it gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free tortillas and sauce.
- Boost the veggies: Add sautéed spinach, peppers, or mushrooms to the filling.
- Customize protein: Substitute shredded turkey, lean ground beef, or tofu.
- Healthier option: Greek yogurt keeps it creamy without added fat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: ~420 kcal
- Sugar: ~5g
- Sodium: ~720mg
- Fat: ~18g
- Saturated Fat: ~9g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~28g
- Fiber: ~7g
- Protein: ~38g
- Cholesterol: ~80mg
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