Dinner

Healthy Chicken Enchiladas

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Prep Time 15 min
Cook Time 25 min
Total Time 40 min
Servings 4

Delicious Healthy Chicken Enchiladas recipe shared by Guest User on The Forever Cookbook. Learn how to make this amazing dish with our step-by-step instructions.

Healthy Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers (red or green)
  • 1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup salsa (preferably low-sodium)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 8 whole wheat tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded low-fat cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced bell peppers, Greek yogurt, cumin, and chili powder. Mix well.
  3. Step 3: Spread a thin layer of salsa on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. Step 4: Place a generous amount of the chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla. Roll them up tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  5. Step 5: Once all tortillas are filled and placed in the dish, pour the remaining salsa over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  6. Step 6: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
  7. Step 7: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Step 8: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
  9. Step 9: Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and enjoy your healthy chicken enchiladas!

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