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A delicious plate of Quick & Healthy Chicken Enchiladas High Protein Comfort Dinner

Quick & Healthy Chicken Enchiladas High Protein Comfort Dinner

These chicken enchiladas are a quick and healthy dinner option packed with protein and flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1361 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 30 ml olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large bell pepper, diced
  • 113 g diced green chiles
  • 227 g cream cheese, softened
  • 240 ml plain sour cream
  • 680 g enchilada sauce
  • 12 pieces corn tortillas (10-inch or smaller)
  • 226 g shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch Baking Dish
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook chicken breasts in 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink inside (about 12-15 minutes).
  3. Remove chicken, shred using two forks, and place in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Sauté 1 diced onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and 1 diced bell pepper in the same skillet with remaining oil until softened (5-7 minutes).
  5. Add diced green chiles to the sautéed vegetables and stir.
  6. Mix shredded chicken with softened cream cheese, sour cream, and enchilada sauce in the bowl.
  7. Layer 4 tortillas in the bottom of the baking dish.
  8. Spread half the chicken mixture over tortillas, then sprinkle with half the sautéed vegetables and chiles.
  9. Top with 10 corn tortillas to form a second layer and cover with remaining chicken mixture.
  10. Spread enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
  11. Bake for 35-40 minutes until bubbly and golden brown, then let rest 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Serve with fresh cilantro and avocado for added flavor and nutrition.