Chicken Enchiladas

Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Chicken Enchiladas
45 min.
8
290kcal

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Are you looking to spice up your lunch or dinner plans with a delicious and satisfying meal? Look no further than these gluten-free Chicken Enchiladas! Bursting with flavor, these enchiladas offer a wonderful blend of shredded cooked chicken, zesty enchilada sauce, and a medley of fresh toppings, making them a perfect dish to impress family and friends.

Not only are these enchiladas packed with lean protein and wholesome ingredients, but they are also incredibly easy to prepare. In just 45 minutes, you can serve a hearty meal that caters to up to eight people, making it ideal for gatherings or a cozy family dinner. With each bite offering a delightful combination of textures and flavors, from the soft tortillas to the crunchy lettuce and savory cheese, your taste buds will thank you.

The dish is perfectly balanced, delivering 290 calories per serving, while the caloric breakdown ensures you can enjoy it without the guilt. Whether it's lunchtime or dinner, these Chicken Enchiladas are a versatile addition to any dining table. Plus, they pair wonderfully with a refreshing salad or a side of rice for a complete meal that everyone is sure to love! So put on your apron and get ready to dive into this flavor-packed dish that will tantalize your senses and leave your guests asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • cups chicken shredded cooked
  • 6-inch corn tortillas ()
  • 30 ounce enchilada sauce divided canned
  • 1.5 tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • cups lettuce shredded
  •  jalapeno seeded chopped
  • 0.3 cup olives ripe sliced
  • 1.5 tablespoons onion chopped
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • 0.5 cup tomatoes diced

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 35
  2. Wrap tortillas in aluminum foil; bake at 350 for 15 minutes. While tortillas bake, coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; place over medium-high heat until hot.
  3. Add onion, cilantro, and jalapeo; saut until onion is tender.
  4. Add chicken and 1 can enchilada sauce; cook 5 minutes.
  5. Spoon chicken mixture evenly down centers of tortillas.
  6. Roll up tortillas; place, seam sides down, in a 13- x 9-inch baking dish.
  7. Heat remaining 2 cans enchilada sauce in a saucepan; pour over enchiladas, and top with cheese.
  8. Bake at 350 for 10 minutes or until enchiladas are thoroughly heated and cheese melts.
  9. Sprinkle evenly with tomato and olives.
  10. Serve over lettuce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories290kcal
Protein30.08%
Fat38.38%
Carbs31.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.81
Glycemic Load
5.53
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
11.814347811367%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.06mg
Apigenin
0.05mg
Luteolin
0.07mg
Isorhamnetin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.03mg
Quercetin
1.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:289.78kcal
14.49%
Fat:12.39g
19.06%
Saturated Fat:5.28g
32.98%
Carbohydrates:22.91g
7.64%
Net Carbohydrates:18.65g
6.78%
Sugar:8.53g
9.47%
Cholesterol:60.64mg
20.21%
Sodium:1203.82mg
52.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.84g
43.69%
Selenium:20.62µg
29.46%
Phosphorus:290.52mg
29.05%
Vitamin A:1248.55IU
24.97%
Vitamin B3:4.68mg
23.38%
Calcium:188.71mg
18.87%
Fiber:4.26g
17.03%
Vitamin B6:0.32mg
16.04%
Zinc:2mg
13.31%
Vitamin B2:0.2mg
11.82%
Iron:1.84mg
10.2%
Vitamin K:10.56µg
10.06%
Magnesium:40.12mg
10.03%
Vitamin C:6.64mg
8.05%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.79%
Potassium:267.62mg
7.65%
Vitamin B5:0.68mg
6.77%
Vitamin B12:0.38µg
6.29%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.61%
Folate:21.27µg
5.32%
Copper:0.1mg
5%
Vitamin E:0.63mg
4.18%
Source:My Recipes