Are you seeking a delectable and healthier version of the classic chicken enchiladas without compromising on taste? Look no further! Embark on a culinary journey with our comprehensive guide to crafting the ultimate "skinny chicken enchiladas." This article will unveil the secrets to creating a guilt-free dish that satisfies your cravings while maintaining a balanced diet. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a lighter take on this flavorful Mexican delicacy.
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SKINNY LOW-FAT CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
Low-fat chicken enchilada dish bursting with flavor. Your guests will never believe these enchiladas are bikini friendly!
Provided by Amanda
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Dice 1/2 of the red onion; leave remaining 1/2 whole.
- Bring chicken, garlic head, and whole 1/2 of red onion to a boil in a large pot of water. Cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain and shred chicken with 2 forks.
- Mix cottage cheese, Cheddar cheese, and 4 garlic cloves together in a large bowl. Add diced onion, shredded chicken, and spinach; stir together.
- Add cumin and cayenne to enchilada sauce in a bowl; stir well. Spread about 1/2 cup into the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Spoon about 1/3 cup of cheese-chicken mixture into each tortilla, roll tightly, and place into the dish. Repeat until all tortillas are filled. Pour remaining sauce over enchiladas.
- Bake, covered, in the preheated oven until bubbly, about 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.9 calories, Carbohydrate 63.7 g, Cholesterol 63.8 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 6 g, Protein 45.6 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 1176.4 mg, Sugar 4.3 g
SKINNY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
Delicious, low-fat version of a classic. You and your family will love this skinny enchilada recipe! Top with salsa to serve.
Provided by Rachel Cunningham
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add spinach and a splash of water. Season with salt and cook until spinach is wilted, about 5 minutes.
- Mix chicken, spinach, and green onions together in a large bowl.
- Combine sour cream, yogurt, flour, salt, and cumin in a medium bowl. Add milk and jalapeno. Mix well. Pour 1/2 the sauce into the chicken mixture. Divide filling among tortillas.
- Roll tortillas up and place seam-side down into a large baking dish. Spoon remaining sour cream sauce over enchiladas.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Sprinkle Cheddar cheese on top and continue baking until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Carbohydrate 34.3 g, Cholesterol 36.8 mg, Fat 2.6 g, Fiber 3.2 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 507.7 mg, Sugar 6.1 g
SKINNY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS NOR'S
This is my version of skinny Enchiladas. I had a basic low fat recipe. I tweaked it. I also made it lower fat. These are delicious. You will not miss the fat at all. They are about 8 grams of fat each. Enjoy friends!
Provided by Nor Mac
Categories Casseroles
Time 55m
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 350 degree's. Shred cooked chicken. Salt chicken to taste. Set aside. Cook onion and green pepper in oil. When cooked through. Add the garlic and saute 1 minute. Add the peppers and onion mixture to chicken. Add the drained can of corn. Mix in half the cheese. Mix well and set aside.
- 2. In a bowl whisk the chicken stock, seasonings, and flour together. Pour in to pan and cook stirring constantly until thick like gravy. Remove from heat. Add the 1/2 cup sour cream. Mix until blended. Pour 1/2 over chicken mixture and toss well.
- 3. Heat tortillas in microwave 10 seconds each or 20 seconds for 2 at a time. Divide chicken mixture among the 8 tortillas. Roll up. Place in a greased 9x13 baking dish side by side, and seam down. Pour the rest of the sauce over Enchiladas. Top with remaining cheese. Cover loosely with foil. Bake at 350 20 min. Remove foil, and bake about 15-20 more minutes until hot.
- 4. Remove Enchiladas from oven. Mix tomatoes with the green onion. Serve the Enchiladas with the tomatoes, and sour cream.
SKINNY CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
Steps:
- Directions: In a medium saucepan, spray oil and sauté garlic. Add chipotle chiles, chili powder, cumin, chicken broth, tomato sauce, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5-10 minutes. Set aside until ready to use. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Heat the vegetable oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté onions and garlic on low until soft, about 2 minutes. Add chicken, salt, cilantro, cumin, oregano, chili powder, tomato sauce, chicken broth, and cook 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat. Spray a 13 by 9-inch glass baking dish with non-stick spray. Put 1/3 cup chicken mixture into each tortilla and roll it. Place on baking dish seam side down, top with sauce.. Then top with cheese. Cover with aluminum foil and bake in the oven on the middle rack for 20-25 minutes. Top with low fat sour cream or scallions if you wish. (Extra points) Makes 8 enchiladas.
Tips for Making the Best Skinny Chicken Enchiladas
- **Use low-fat ingredients:** To make your enchiladas as skinny as possible, use low-fat or non-fat sour cream, cheese, and broth. You can also use whole wheat tortillas instead of white tortillas. - **Don't overfill the tortillas:** When you're filling the tortillas, be careful not to overfill them. This will make them difficult to roll up and keep together. - **Bake the enchiladas until the cheese is melted and bubbly:** This will ensure that the enchiladas are cooked through and that the cheese is gooey and delicious. - **Serve the enchiladas with your favorite toppings:** Some popular toppings for enchiladas include guacamole, sour cream, salsa, and cilantro. ###Conclusion
These skinny chicken enchiladas are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a classic Mexican dish. They're perfect for a weeknight dinner or a party. So next time you're craving enchiladas, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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