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38g Protein Chicken Enchiladas with Dreamy White Sauce

38g Protein Chicken Enchiladas with Dreamy White Sauce Delight

Enjoy these 38g Protein Chicken Enchiladas with Dreamy White Sauce, a delightful and healthy dish perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Use leftover roasted or rotisserie chicken.
  • 8 pieces Tortillas Whole wheat or corn; warm briefly for pliability.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Substitute fresh garlic for a stronger taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Essential for authentic flavor.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Adjust according to dietary preferences.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can substitute with full-fat sour cream.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Any type will work.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can be substituted with avocado oil.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Cheese Freshly shredded cheese like Monterey Jack and cheddar.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13 Baking Dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper until fully coated.
  3. Microwave tortillas briefly for about 10 seconds to make them pliable.
  4. Spoon about ¼ cup of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla, roll tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, milk, and olive oil until smooth.
  6. Pour the creamy white sauce over the assembled enchiladas and sprinkle cheese evenly on top.
  7. Bake for about 20 minutes, checking for bubbling sauce and lightly golden-brown cheese.
  8. Let your enchiladas rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 38gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

To maintain moisture and flavor, store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze for up to 3 months.

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