Lite N' Spicy Enchiladas Recipe

Name: Lite N' Spicy Enchiladas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 soft taco corn tortillas; cooking spray, for sauting; 1 12 lbs chicken strips, cut into small cubes; 12 small onion, chopped; 2 jalapenos, diced; salt and pepper; 1 (12 ounce) can fat-free refried beans; ¼ cup chicken broth; 1 tablespoon dried cilantro; ½ teaspoon chili powder; ¼ teaspoon cinnamon; 1 (12 ounce) can vegetarian chili (I like homes); 10 ounces your favorite enchilada sauce; 10 ounces grated low-fat cheese, of your choice,save some for the top

Servings: persons

16 soft taco corn tortillas
cooking spray, for sauting
1 12 lbs chicken strips, cut into small cubes
12 small onion, chopped
2 jalapenos, diced
salt and pepper
1 (12 ounce) can fat-free refried beans
¼ cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon dried cilantro
½ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon cinnamon
1 (12 ounce) can vegetarian chili (I like homes)
10 ounces your favorite enchilada sauce
10 ounces grated low-fat cheese, of your choice,save some for the top

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["In a saute pan sprayed with cooking spray, saute that chicken, onions, and jalapenos on high to medium-high until the chicken is no longer pink, set aside Meanwhile, in a small sauce pan, stir together the refried beans, chicken broth, cilantro, chili powder, and cinnamon.", "Bring mixture to a soft boil on medium heat, set aside Heat the soft taco tortillas as directed on the package, set aside Preheat oven to 350F, and spray a 9""-13"" pan with cooking spray To assemble enchiladas: place one tortilla on counter top, spread on 1-1 1/2 tablespoons of the refried beans, place a thin line of the chicken mixture, a little off centered, across the tortilla.", "Spoon a thin line of the vegetarian chili across the chicken mixture, and sprinkle with a little cheese.", "Roll and place in the prepared pan After all the enchilatas have been rolled, pour the can of enchilada sauce over them and sprinkle with the saved cheese.", "Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling."]

800

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 soft taco corn tortillas, cooking spray, for sauting, 1 12 lbs chicken strips, cut into small cubes, 12 small onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Lite N' Spicy Enchiladas falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

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Lite N' Spicy Enchiladas

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