Best 4 Healthier Chicken Enchiladas Ii Recipes
Cooking healthier versions of your favorite meals is a great way to enjoy delicious food without sacrificing your health. One popular dish that can be easily modified for a healthier twist is chicken enchiladas. With a few simple swaps and substitutions, you can create a healthier version of chicken enchiladas that is just as flavorful and satisfying as the traditional recipe. In this article, we will guide you through the steps of making healthier chicken enchiladas ii, using fresh, wholesome ingredients that pack a punch of flavor without compromising nutritional value.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HEALTHY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
A healthy Chicken Enchilada recipe that's easy to make for a weeknight dinner or you can prep ahead on the weekend, freeze and heat in the oven when you need them.
Provided by Stephanie
Categories Dinner
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat Oven to 180'C / 350'F. Prep a large baking tray by rubbing a little olive oil on the base (you can use parchment paper to make clean up easier).
- Heat up a large pot on the stove top. Add olive oil and diced onions. Cook until softened (around 5 minutes). Add chicken pieces, salt and pepper. Fry until juices have evaporated and chicken starts to brown.
- Add cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, garlic. Fry for around one minutes, stiring to coat chicken evenly with spices.
- Pour in stock, tomato puree, beans and corn. Cover pot and allow to simmer on medium for 10-15 minutes until chicken is tender and sauce has thickened slightly. Remove from heat. Use a colander to drain the sauce from the chicken and set sauce and chicken filling aside. DO NOT THROW SAUCE AWAY.
- Soften your tortillas by wrapping in foil and heating in the oven for a couple minutes. This makes them easier to work with.
- Spread a teaspoon sour cream on each tortilla and spoon chicken and bean filling on top along the center. Roll up your tortilla and place seam side down in your baking tray. Repeat until all 8 tortillas are done.
- Spoon strained enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and top with grated cheese.
- Bake in the oven for 25 minutes until golden and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 kcal, Carbohydrate 32 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 24 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Cholesterol 99 mg, Sodium 528 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
HEALTHIER CHICKEN ENCHILADAS II
Using fresh garlic and low-fat Cheddar cheese, and tossing in some pinto beans and mushrooms make this classic recipe healthier.
Provided by MakeItHealthy
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a large baking dish.
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir green onion and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add mushrooms and cook until lightly browned and tender, about 6 minutes. Stir in green chilies, cream of mushroom soup, and sour cream. Mix well. Reserve 3/4 this sauce in a bowl and set aside. Mix in chicken, pinto beans, and 1/2 cup of shredded Cheddar cheese to the remaining 1/4 of sauce in saucepan; stir together.
- Fill each tortilla with chicken mixture and roll up. Place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Combine reserved 3/4 sauce with milk in a small bowl. Spoon this mixture over the rolled tortillas and top with remaining 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese. Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is bubbly and enchiladas are heated through, 30 to 35 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 494 calories, Carbohydrate 81.7 g, Cholesterol 57 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 9.2 g, Protein 29.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 1329.4 mg, Sugar 2 g
HEALTHIER CHICKEN ENCHILADAS I
I've always liked this recipe because it is quick and easy. I'm always looking for ways to cut out excess fat so I use reduced-fat cheese and sour cream. I also like to add fiber to make the meal a little healthier for my family so I add black beans and some bell peppers. This also adds color! To make it super healthy I use whole-wheat flour tortillas. And it still tastes just as delicious!
Provided by MakeItHealthy
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Cook chicken in a nonstick skillet over medium heat, until no longer pink and juices run clear, about 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Drain excess fat. Cube chicken and return to skillet. Add onion, sour cream, 1 cup Cheddar cheese, parsley, oregano, and ground black pepper. Heat until cheese melts, about 3 minutes. Stir in salt, tomato sauce, water, chili powder, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, garlic, and black beans.
- Roll even amounts of mixture into tortillas. Arrange in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover with taco sauce and 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese.
- Bake uncovered in preheated oven until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbling, about 20 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 383.8 calories, Carbohydrate 59.6 g, Cholesterol 53.2 mg, Fat 7.5 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 1444.7 mg, Sugar 5.2 g
HEALTHY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
Found on the American Institute for Cancer Research's website. A healthy, good-tasting enchilada. By the way, these enchiladas turn out huge, so one will most likely be enough for one person. Also, this does take a while to make, but it's worth it. One problem with these enchiladas is that they're high in sodium, but you can easily leave out some salt or reduce the amount of sauce you put on the chicken.
Provided by Shelby
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 2h30m
Yield 4 big enchiladas, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Lightly coat a baking sheet with oil spray. Place tomatoes, onion and garlic on sheet. Bake 15 minutes or until onion and garlic are golden. Remove vegetables, cool, and transfer to a blender. Add chili pepper, cumin, salt and pepper, and puree until smooth. Set a aside.
- Prepare enchiladas: Combine paprika, cumin, and chili powder, in small bowl. Mix in oil and just enough water to form a paste. Rube paste on chicke. Set chicken aside for 15-30 minutes. Grill or broil chicken 5 to 7 minutes on each side or until juice runs clear when pricked with a fork. Cool. Cut into thin strips.
- Lay tortillas on a work surface. Cover each with 1/4 of the chicken, 2 tablespoons cheese, and 2 tablespoons green chile. Roll up and place in a 9 by 13 inch baking pan, seam-side down. Cover with sauce. Bake at 350 degrees 17-22 minutes or until sauce bubbles.
- Enjoy :].
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.6, Fat 5.3, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 682.2, Carbohydrate 12, Fiber 3.5, Sugar 5.2, Protein 27.6
Tips:
- Prep the chicken beforehand: Marinating or cooking the chicken ahead of time will save you time when assembling the enchiladas.
- Use a variety of fillings: Don't limit yourself to just chicken and cheese. Try adding other ingredients like beans, corn, or vegetables to your enchiladas.
- Use a flavorful enchilada sauce: The sauce is what brings the enchiladas together, so make sure it's flavorful. You can use a store-bought sauce or make your own.
- Don't overfill the enchiladas: If you overfill them, they'll be difficult to roll and they may fall apart when you bake them.
- Bake the enchiladas until the cheese is melted and bubbly: This will ensure that the enchiladas are cooked through and that the cheese is melted and gooey.
Conclusion:
These healthier chicken enchiladas are a delicious and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed by the whole family. They're easy to make and can be tailored to your own dietary needs. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give these enchiladas a try.
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