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A baking dish filled with cheesy healthy chicken enchiladas topped with fresh cilantro
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Healthy Chicken Enchiladas

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 385kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
  • 1 cup cooked black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1.5 cups low -sodium red enchilada sauce
  • 8 small whole wheat tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded low-fat Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a bowl, combine chicken, beans, corn, yogurt, and spices. Mix until well incorporated.
  • Spread 1/4 cup sauce across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Place 1/3 cup mixture in each tortilla. Roll tightly. Place seam-side down.
  • Pour remaining sauce over the tortillas. Ensure edges are covered to prevent drying.
  • Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the sauce.
  • Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. Wait until the sauce bubbles and cheese browns.
  • Remove from oven. Let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and serve.