High Protein Creamy Chilli Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
These High Protein Creamy Chilli Chicken Enchiladas are a delicious and satisfying dish that the whole family will love. Packed with lean chicken, creamy cheese, and a touch of heat, these enchiladas are perfect for a cozy dinner at home.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Chicken Enchiladas:
- 3–4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts
- Fresh Garlic (minced)
- Reduced-Fat Cream Cheese
- Whole Wheat Tortillas
- Light Sour Cream
- Chili Powder
- Low Sodium Chicken Broth
- Canned Diced Green Chiles
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Heat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook the Chicken: Cook chicken in a skillet until golden, then shred.
- Prepare the Filling: Mix shredded chicken, garlic, cream cheese, chili powder, and green chiles.
- Assemble the Enchiladas: Fill tortillas with chicken mixture, roll, and place in baking dish.
- Make the Sauce: Simmer chicken broth and chili powder, then pour over enchiladas.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 20-25 minutes. Serve with sour cream.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili powder.
- These enchiladas reheat well, making them perfect for leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: Chicken Enchiladas, Creamy Enchiladas, High Protein Recipe
