Juicy High Protein Chicken Enchiladas with White Sauce
Experience a delightful culinary journey with these Juicy High Protein Chicken Enchiladas with White Sauce. This dish combines tender shredded chicken, creamy white sauce, and gooey cheese all wrapped in soft tortillas, making it a nourishing yet satisfying meal. Perfect for family dinners or meal prep, these enchiladas are not only packed with protein but are also easy to customize according to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 8 flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a Mexican blend)
- ½ cup salsa verde
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet, cook the chicken breasts until done. Shred with forks.
- In a saucepan, combine Greek yogurt, chicken broth, lime juice, garlic powder, and cumin; heat until smooth.
- Lay tortillas flat and fill each with shredded chicken and drizzle of white sauce; sprinkle cheese on top before rolling.
- Place rolled enchiladas seam-side down in a greased baking dish. Pour remaining white sauce over them and add extra cheese if desired.
- Bake for about 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg