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Protein Chicken Enchiladas with Dreamy White Sauce

Protein Chicken Enchiladas with Dreamy White Sauce Delight

Try these Protein Chicken Enchiladas with Dreamy White Sauce for a high-protein, flavorful meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Use leftover roasted or rotisserie chicken.
  • 8 pieces Tortillas Whole wheat is recommended for extra fiber.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute with fresh garlic if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Creamy White Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Sour cream can be substituted.
  • ½ cup Milk Any type of milk, including plant-based.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil may be swapped.
For Topping
  • 1 cup Cheese (Monterey Jack or Cheddar) Freshly shredded for best melting.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather your ingredients while the oven warms up.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  3. Warm the tortillas in the microwave for 30-45 seconds until soft and pliable.
  4. Spoon approximately ¼ cup of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla. Roll them up tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  5. In another bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, milk, and olive oil until smooth. Adjust thickness with more milk if desired.
  6. Pour the creamy white sauce over the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle freshly shredded cheese on top.
  7. Bake for 20 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is golden brown.
  8. Let the enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving to thicken the sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 38gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These enchiladas are easy to customize with your favorite fillings, making them perfect for family dinners.

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