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High Protein Green Enchilada: Easy Recipe for Delicious Healthier Meals


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  • Author: Souzan
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Enjoy a nutritious and flavorful High Protein Green Enchilada recipe that’s easy to prepare and perfect for health-conscious meals.


Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 can green enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 8 corn tortillas
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, black beans, corn, Greek yogurt, cumin, and garlic powder.
  3. Warm the tortillas slightly to make them pliable.
  4. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture and roll tightly.
  5. Place the filled tortillas in a baking dish seam-side down.
  6. Pour the green enchilada sauce over the tortillas and sprinkle with cheese.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust spices according to your taste.
  • Can be made ahead and frozen before baking.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg