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Create the Best High Protein Chicken Enchiladas for Dinner Tonight!

Create the Best High Protein Chicken Enchiladas You’ll Crave

Create the Best High Protein Chicken Enchiladas for Dinner Tonight! A delicious, protein-packed dish ideal for meal prepping and weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Filling
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Can substitute with low-fat sour cream
  • 1 can Refried Beans (or black soybeans) Provides plant-based protein and fiber
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Rotisserie chicken can be used
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles Optional for adding some spice
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Or use homemade chili powder and cumin
Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Reduced-fat cheese can be used
  • 8 count Tortillas Flour or low-carb tortillas can be used

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • measuring cups
  • non-stick spray

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish by spraying it with non-stick spray.
  2. Mix together Greek yogurt, refried beans, taco seasoning, and shredded chicken in a mixing bowl. Stir in ½ cup of shredded cheese and diced green chiles, seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Fill each tortilla with about ⅓ cup of the filling mixture. Roll them tightly and place them seam-side down in your baking dish.
  4. Pour your favorite enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, ensuring they're well covered, then sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
  5. Bake the enchiladas for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Cool for 5 minutes before serving. Top them with sour cream, fresh cilantro, or jalapeños.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

These enchiladas can be prepared ahead of time, and leftovers store well in the fridge or freezer.

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