High Protein Creamy Chilli Chicken Enchiladas
If you’re craving a comforting yet nutritious meal, look no further than these High Protein Creamy Chilli Chicken Enchiladas. Bursting with flavor, these enchiladas feature tender chicken enveloped in a creamy, cheesy filling and are topped with a zesty sauce that ties everything together. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, they offer a delightful combination of lean protein and wholesome ingredients. Plus, they’re easy to customize based on your family’s preferences! With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can have a mouthwatering dish that everyone will love—making it ideal for meal prep or leftovers that taste just as good the next day.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves garlic
- 4 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 can diced green chiles
- 6 large whole wheat tortillas
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- 1/3 cup light sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Cook chicken in a skillet over medium heat for about 6–7 minutes per side until done. Shred once cooled.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with minced garlic, cream cheese, chili powder, and diced green chiles until smooth.
- Fill each tortilla with the mixture, roll tightly, and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Simmer chicken broth with additional chili powder; pour over enchiladas.
- Sprinkle with cheese and bake covered for 20–25 minutes; uncover for an additional 5 minutes until bubbly.
- Serve topped with light sour cream and chopped cilantro.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg