Southwest Chicken Enchiladas – Healthier Version

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 2
Healthier Version of Southwest Chicken Enchiladas
in Mexican

Prep

25 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup slivered almonds
1/4 cup onion , chopped
1/4 cup green onion , chopped
1/2 cup diced tomato
1/4 cup green chili pepper , diced
1/4 cup mushroom , chopped
8 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts , cut into bite-size pieces
4 ounces fat free cream cheese
1 tablespoon skim milk
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
12 whole wheat tortillas
1/4 cup diced green chili pepper
1 can 98 % fat-free cream of mushroom soup
1 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 cup skim milk
3/4 cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese , shredded
1/4 cup olive , chopped
1/4 cup almonds , chopped
1/2 cup diced tomato
1/2 cup chopped cilantro

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
304
Sugar
4g
Fat
15g
This Southwest Chicken Enchiladas recipe is a healthier twist on classic enchiladas. Packed with delicious flavor and loaded with Mexican-style goodness, this dish is perfect for a crowd-pleasing family dinner. The use of whole wheat tortillas, reduced-fat ingredients, and lean chicken breasts significantly cuts down on the calorie count of this dish, making it a perfect weeknight meal option when you are looking for a healthier dinner.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add in the slivered almonds, onions, green onions, mushrooms, diced tomato, and diced green chili pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
3.Add the chicken to the skillet, and cook until the chicken is no longer pink.
4.Add in the fat free cream cheese, skim milk, chili powder, ground coriander, and black pepper. Cook until the cheese is melted.
5.Fill each of the tortillas with the chicken mixture, and roll them up.
6.In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of mushroom soup, reduced-fat sour cream, and skim milk.
7.Pour the cream mixture over the enchiladas.
8.Sprinkle shredded reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese on top.
9.Bake for 25-30 minutes or until heated through.

PROS

Delicious and flavorful, this recipe is a healthier twist on classic enchiladas.
The use of whole wheat tortillas and reduced-fat ingredients significantly cuts down on the calorie count of this dish, making it a great weeknight meal option.

CONS

One downside of this recipe is that it may not be spicy enough for some people.
To adjust the level of heat, you can add in more chili powder or diced jalapenos as desired.
Additionally, using reduced-fat and fat-free ingredients may impact the overall taste and texture of the enchiladas.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Southwest Chicken Enchiladas recipe is packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Chicken is an excellent source of lean protein while the whole wheat tortillas ensure that this recipe is high in fiber, which promotes digestive health. Almonds, one of the key ingredients in this recipe, are an excellent source of healthy fats which may help lower bad cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart disease.

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