High-Protein Chicken Enchiladas | Easy Family Meal

These High-Protein Chicken Enchiladas take a beloved Mexican-style comfort food and give it a nutritious, protein-packed twist.
Shredded chicken, creamy Greek yogurt, and zesty enchilada sauce come together in soft tortillas, topped with bubbly melted cheese for the ultimate family dinner.

They’re hearty yet balanced, rich in flavor but light on calories — and ready in under 30 minutes.
Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, these enchiladas bring warmth, comfort, and protein to your dinner table.

🧺 Summary

• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Servings: 4

🧰 Equipment

• Mixing bowls
• Baking dish
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Oven
• Spatula

🧾 Ingredients High-Protein Chicken Enchiladas

• 2 cups shredded chicken (cooked)
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 cup enchilada sauce (red or green)
• 6 small tortillas (whole-grain or corn)
• ½ cup shredded cheese
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

👩‍🍳 Instructions High-Protein Chicken Enchiladas

1. Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C).
2. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with Greek yogurt and half of the enchilada sauce.
3. Spoon filling into tortillas, roll them up, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
4. Pour remaining sauce over the top and sprinkle with cheese.
5. Bake for 20 minutes until hot and bubbly.
6. Garnish with cilantro and serve warm.

⚡ Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

• Calories: 400
• Protein: 38 g
• Fat: 14 g
• Carbs: 28 g

💡 Expert Tips

• Use rotisserie chicken for a quick prep shortcut.
• Add black beans or corn for extra texture and fiber.
• Make it mild or spicy by adjusting the enchilada sauce.
• Great for meal prep — store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days.

Conclusion

These High-Protein Chicken Enchiladas are everything you love about comfort food — gooey, savory, and satisfying — but with a nutritious twist.
They’re easy, flavorful, and guaranteed to please even the pickiest eaters. Perfect for a healthy, feel-good family meal!

High-Protein Chicken Enchiladas | Easy Family Meal

Wholesome chicken enchiladas made with Greek yogurt and enchilada sauce for a creamy, high-protein twist. Quick, healthy, and family-friendly.

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Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups shredded chicken cooked
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 cup enchilada sauce red or green
• 6 small tortillas whole-grain or corn
• ½ cup shredded cheese
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Equipment

• – Mixing bowls
• Baking dish
• – Measuring cups and spoons
• – Oven
• – Spatula

Method

 

1. Preheat oven to 375 °F (190 °C).
2. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with Greek yogurt and half of the enchilada sauce.
3. Spoon filling into tortillas, roll them up, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
4. Pour remaining sauce over the top and sprinkle with cheese.
5. Bake for 20 minutes until hot and bubbly.
6. Garnish with cilantro and serve warm.

Notes

⚡ Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
• Calories: 400
• Protein: 38 g
• Fat: 14 g
• Carbs: 28 g

💡 Expert Tips
• Use rotisserie chicken for a quick prep shortcut.
• Add black beans or corn for extra texture and fiber.
• Make it mild or spicy by adjusting the enchilada sauce.
• Great for meal prep — store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days.

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