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High Protein Chicken Enchiladas (30-minute)

These High Protein Chicken Enchiladas are the best 30-minute weeknight meal. Made with tender chicken, creamy cheese, the best tangy enchilada sauce, plus packed with fiber and 38 grams of protein.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 479
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • ▢ 1/2 cup refried beans (120g)
  • ▢ 3/4 cup Greek yogurt (170g)
  • ▢ 1 Tbsp taco seasoning
  • ▢ 3 cups shredded chicken (280g) see notes
  • ▢ 1.5 cups shredded Mexican cheese (168g) divided
  • ▢ 10 oz. can red enchilada sauce
  • ▢ 8 flour tortillas 8-inch, I used high fiber

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, add the yogurt, refried beans and taco seasoning; mix to combine. Then stir in the chicken and 1/2 cup of the cheese.
  3. Lay out the tortillas. Scoop the mixture evenly into all of them (~1/3 cup or 80g each)
  4. Roll each tortilla and place in a row inside the baking dish.
  5. Pour the enchilada sauce on top. Sprinkle with the remaining one cup of cheese.
  6. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. Top with fresh cilantro and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 479kcalCarbohydrates: 43.6gProtein: 38.2gFat: 16.9gSaturated Fat: 7.5gFiber: 23.3gSugar: 3.4g

Notes

The combination of Greek yogurt and refried beans creates a creamy, rich filling that's also packed with protein. This not only enhances the texture of the enchiladas but also ensures that each bite is satisfying, making it a nutritious option for anyone looking to elevate their meal without sacrificing flavor.

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