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Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Enchiladas

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A healthy twist on traditional enchiladas, packed with protein from chicken and cottage cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 8 tortillas (flour or corn)
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Mix together the shredded chicken, cottage cheese, half of the shredded cheese, chopped onions, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Take a tortilla, spoon some of the chicken mixture onto it, and roll it up tightly.
  4. Place the rolled enchiladas seam-side down in a baking dish.
  5. Pour the enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the sauce.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Garnish with chopped cilantro if desired and serve warm.

Notes

Serve the enchiladas warm with additional toppings like sour cream or guacamole.

  • Author: elfassimaryam243gmail-com
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Carb

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 50mg
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