Healthier Chicken Enchiladas

Healthier Chicken Enchiladas
  • PREP TIME
    35 mins
  • COOK TIME
    45 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    1 hrs 30 mins
  • SERVING
    8 People
  • VIEWS
    247

A lighter take on a classic comfort food, these enchiladas are packed with flavor, fiber, and vibrant colors. Featuring lean chicken, black beans, and a medley of peppers, all wrapped in whole wheat tortillas and smothered in a tangy sauce. A guilt-free way to enjoy a family favorite!

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    60 g
  • Cholesterol
    53 mg
  • Fiber
    9 g
  • Protein
    30 g
  • Saturated Fat
    4 g
  • Sodium
    1445 mg
  • Sugar
    5 g
  • Fat
    8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

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Recipe View 20 mins Cook chicken in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of breasts should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

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Recipe View 8 mins Drain excess fat. Cube chicken and return to skillet. Add onion, sour cream, 1 cup Cheddar cheese, parsley, oregano, and black pepper. Heat until cheese melts, about 3 minutes. Stir in salt, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, garlic, and black beans.

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Recipe View 5 mins Roll even amounts of chicken mixture into tortillas. Arrange in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover with taco sauce and 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese.

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Recipe View 30 mins Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbling, about 20 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before serving.

For an extra layer of flavor, consider marinating the chicken in a mixture of lime juice, garlic, and chili powder before cooking.
To prevent the tortillas from becoming soggy, lightly warm them in a dry skillet before filling.
Feel free to customize the filling with other vegetables such as corn, zucchini, or spinach.
If you don't have whole wheat tortillas, you can use regular flour tortillas or even corn tortillas for a gluten-free option.
These enchiladas can be assembled ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time.

Lamar Gerlachkessler

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 82 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Jazlyn Stracke

    I made these last night, and they were a huge hit! Even my picky eaters loved them.

  • Josie Raynor

    I've been making these enchiladas for years, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that they're healthier than traditional enchiladas without sacrificing flavor.

  • Judd Dubuque

    So easy to make and a great way to use up leftover chicken. I added a can of diced tomatoes to the filling for extra moisture.

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