Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of High Protein Creamy Chilli Chicken Enchiladas, a satisfying meal that combines comfort and nutrition in every bite. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, these enchiladas are loaded with lean chicken, creamy cheese, and zesty spices, making them a crowd-pleaser for both fitness enthusiasts and food lovers alike. The whole wheat tortillas provide a wholesome touch, ensuring you can enjoy this dish without guilt. Plus, with easy preparation and versatile flavor adjustments, you can customize it to your taste. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this delightful recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
- 1 tbsp chili powder (adjust to taste)
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 6 large whole wheat tortillas
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- Chopped cilantro (for garnish)
- 1/3 cup light sour cream
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook chicken breasts for about 6–7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Shred the chicken using forks after cooling slightly.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with minced garlic, cream cheese, chili powder, and diced green chiles until creamy.
- Fill each tortilla with about 1/4 cup of the mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- In a small saucepan, simmer low sodium chicken broth with additional chili powder; pour over enchiladas.
- Cover with foil and bake for 20–25 minutes; remove foil during the last 5 minutes for crisp edges.
- Let cool slightly before serving topped with light sour cream and chopped cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 60mg