Healthy Chicken Enchilada Recipe
created by
Emily O. Jun. 6, 2024
“32 protein: chicken enchiladas and sauted spinach”
Coach Erin
“Great effort Emily! Youre halfway through your weekly target of protein-rich dinners. The combination of chicken enchiladas and sauted spinach sounds both delicious and nutritious. Amazing work lets keep it up!”
Instructions
1.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.
In a large bowl, mix the shredded chicken, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3.
Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom of a baking dish.
4.
Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and a handful of chopped spinach, then roll them up tightly.
5.
Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down in the baking dish.
6.
Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
7.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8.
Serve hot, topped with Greek yogurt and sliced jalapeños.
Ingredients
1.
2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
2.
8 whole wheat tortillas
3.
1 cup low-sodium enchilada sauce
4.
1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt (for sour cream substitute)
5.
1 cup shredded low-fat cheese
6.
1 cup chopped spinach
7.
1 jalapeño, sliced
8.
1 teaspoon cumin
9.
1 teaspoon garlic powder
10.
Salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition
calories
350
fat
10
saturates
3
carbs
40
fibers
0
sugar
3
added sugar
0
protein
32
Healthy Chicken Enchilada Recipe
My Rating
Emily O.Author
"32 protein: chicken enchiladas and sauted spinach"
Coach Erin
"Great effort Emily! Youre halfway through your weekly target of protein-rich dinners. The combination of chicken enchiladas and sauted spinach sounds both delicious and nutritious. Amazing work lets keep it up!"