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Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Enchiladas Low Carb

Delicious Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Enchiladas Low Carb

Enjoy a healthy twist on a classic with these Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Enchiladas Low Carb, packed with flavor and protein.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Dinner Ideas
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 pound chicken breast cooked and shredded
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
For the Spices
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For Assembly
  • 1 cup low carb enchilada sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil for greasing the baking dish

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking dish
  • mixing bowl
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and shredded chicken, cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, chopped cilantro, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well combined.
  3. Spread half of the low carb enchilada sauce evenly over the bottom of the greased baking dish.
  4. Take one low carb tortilla, spoon about ⅓ cup of the chicken mixture down the center, roll it up, and place it seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
  5. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce generously over the top and sprinkle with leftover cheese if desired.
  6. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes until the sauce is bubbling and cheese is melted.
  7. Remove the enchiladas from the oven and let them rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Ensure tortillas are generously coated with sauce to keep enchiladas moist. Adjust spice levels to your preference.

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