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High Protein Chicken Enchiladas With White Sauce – Quick, Creamy & Delicious

high protein chicken enchiladas with white sauce

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Creamy, high-protein chicken enchiladas with a delicious white sauce. This recipe offers a healthier take on a classic comfort food, packing robust flavor and impressive nutritional benefits without compromising taste.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 8 whole wheat tortillas
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. In a bowl, combine the 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp cumin, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix well. Stir in 1/4 cup of the shredded cheese (reserving the rest for topping).

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the 1 cup Greek yogurt and 1/4 cup milk until smooth. Season with a pinch of garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.

3. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Pour about 1/4 cup of the white sauce into the bottom of the prepared dish and spread evenly.

4. Warm the 8 whole wheat tortillas (microwave for 20-30 seconds or quickly in a dry skillet) to make them pliable. Spoon about 1/4 to 1/3 cup of the chicken filling down the center of each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.

5. Once all tortillas are rolled and placed, pour the remaining white sauce evenly over the enchiladas. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup of shredded cheese over the top.

6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden.

7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

Notes

To increase protein even further, add a small amount of cottage cheese or extra Greek yogurt into the filling. You can also use rotisserie chicken for convenience. For a spicier version, mix green chiles or diced jalapeños into the sauce.