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Nutritious White Chicken Enchiladas | Healthy & Delicious Recipe


  • Author: Hannah

Ingredients

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For the Enchiladas:

2 cups cooked and shredded chicken breast

1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

8 small whole wheat or low-carb tortillas

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon cumin

½ teaspoon smoked paprika

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

For the White Sauce:

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)

1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth

½ cup plain Greek yogurt or light sour cream

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

1 small can (4 oz) diced green chilies


Instructions

Prepare the Filling:

 

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.

In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, Monterey Jack cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Assemble the Enchiladas:

3. Divide the chicken mixture evenly among the tortillas and roll them up tightly.

4. Place the rolled tortillas seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.

 

Make the White Sauce:

5. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk continuously for 1 minute to create a roux.

6. Gradually add chicken broth while whisking, allowing the mixture to thicken.

7. Stir in Greek yogurt, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and diced green chilies. Cook for 2 minutes until smooth and creamy.

 

Bake the Enchiladas:

8. Pour the white sauce evenly over the enchiladas, making sure they are fully covered.

9. Sprinkle extra cheese on top if desired.

10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

 

Serve:

11. Let the enchiladas rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro or diced avocado if desired.