Quick and Healthy Chicken Enchiladas
A healthy twist on classic chicken enchiladas, filled with shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and spices, topped with melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Healthy
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 8 whole wheat tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, salsa, cumin, and chili powder in a large bowl.
- Warm the tortillas on a skillet for about 10 to 15 seconds on each side.
- Grab a tortilla and place about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture in the center, then roll it up tightly.
- Pour any remaining salsa over the top and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and serve.
Notes
These enchiladas can be prepared in advance and frozen for a quick meal later. Perfect for meal prep and customizable with various toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
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