How to Make Healthier Chicken Enchiladas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional chicken enchiladas? Look no further! This recipe for Healthier Chicken Enchiladas is the perfect way to enjoy this classic Mexican dish without the guilt. Packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

One of the best things about this recipe is that it's easy to make and doesn't require any complicated ingredients. You can find everything you need at your local grocery sto...

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Ingredients

  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 cup light sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt (Optional)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • ½ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • ⅓ cup chopped green bell pepper
  • ⅓ cup chopped red bell pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 8 (10 inch) whole wheat flour tortillas
  • 1 (12 ounce) jar taco sauce
  • ¾ cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 35 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 30 mins
  • Servings: 8

  • Preheat the 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 of breasts 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 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 chicken mixture into tortillas. Arrange in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover with taco sauce and 3/4 cup Cheddar cheese.
  • Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and sauce is bubbling, about 20 minutes. Cool 10 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    384 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 4g
    • Cholesterol: 53mg
    • Sodium: 1445mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 60g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 30g
    • Vitamin C: 20mg
    • Calcium: 177mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 694mg