Healthy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Healthy Chicken Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce; 4 medium tomatoes, cut into pieces; 6 garlic cloves, peeled; 1 medium onion, sliced; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; Enchiladas; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon olive oil; 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (12 oz.); 4 small whole wheat tortillas; 1/2 cup shredded fat-free cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup diced green chilis

Servings: persons

Sauce
4 medium tomatoes, cut into pieces
6 garlic cloves, peeled
1 medium onion, sliced
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Enchiladas
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon olive oil
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (12 oz.)
4 small whole wheat tortillas
1/2 cup shredded fat-free cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced green chilis

1
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.
2
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.
3
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.
4
Enjoy :].

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce, 4 medium tomatoes, cut into pieces, 6 garlic cloves, peeled, 1 medium onion, sliced, and more.

Yes, Healthy Chicken Enchiladas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Healthy Chicken Enchiladas

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