Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Enchiladas: A Healthy Delight!
Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Enchiladas are a healthy and delicious twist on traditional enchiladas, packed with protein and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 8 corn tortillas
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken, cottage cheese, half of the shredded cheese, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a skillet to make them pliable.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll them up.
- Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down in a baking dish.
- Pour the enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with the remaining shredded cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños to the filling.
- Can substitute chicken with turkey or beans for a vegetarian option.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg