High Protein Chicken Enchiladas (30-minute) Recipe
These High Protein Chicken Enchiladas are a delicious and filling meal that can be prepared in just 30 minutes. Packed with shredded chicken, Greek yogurt, and beans, these enchiladas are a protein powerhouse that the whole family will love.
- Author: Maya
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 8 enchiladas 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
For the Enchiladas:
- 1/2 cup refried beans (120g)
- 3/4 cup Greek yogurt (170g)
- 1 Tbsp taco seasoning
- 3 cups shredded chicken (280g)
- 1.5 cups shredded Mexican cheese (168g, divided)
- 10 oz. can red enchilada sauce
- 8 flour tortillas (8-inch, high-fiber)
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
- Mix the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the yogurt, refried beans, and taco seasoning. Add the chicken and 1/2 cup of cheese, mix well.
- Fill the tortillas: Evenly distribute the mixture onto the tortillas (~1/3 cup or 80g each).
- Roll and assemble: Roll up each tortilla and place them in the baking dish.
- Add sauce and cheese: Pour enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Top with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for an easy shortcut.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings like diced avocado or jalapenos.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: High Protein, Enchiladas, Chicken, Mexican, Easy Recipe