Creamy Chicken Chile Enchiladas

Health score
23%
Creamy Chicken Chile Enchiladas
65 min.
8
236kcal

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Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Creamy Chicken Chile Enchiladas, a dish that promises to elevate your lunch or dinner experience! Perfectly crafted for gatherings or family meals, this recipe serves up to eight people, making it an ideal choice for entertaining. With a preparation time of just 65 minutes, you can easily whip up this comforting main course that combines the richness of creamy yogurt with the zest of green chiles.

Each bite of these enchiladas is a harmonious blend of tender chicken, hearty black beans, and sweet corn, all wrapped in soft tortillas and smothered in a luscious sauce. The addition of fresh cilantro and green onions adds a burst of flavor, while the melted reduced-fat Cheddar cheese on top creates a satisfying finish that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Not only are these enchiladas delicious, but they are also a healthier option, clocking in at just 236 calories per serving. With a balanced caloric breakdown of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, you can enjoy this dish guilt-free. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a dish to impress your guests, these Creamy Chicken Chile Enchiladas are sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup black beans 
  • 4.5 oz chilis green chopped old el paso® canned
  • cups chicken broth progresso® (from 32-oz carton)
  • cups chicken shredded cubed cooked
  • cup corn whole green frozen giant® niblets®
  • 7-inch corn tortillas (6 or )
  • oz yogurt plain fat free
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose gold medal®
  • 0.3 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup spring onion sliced (8 medium)
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • oz cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • 0.1 teaspoon bell pepper red (cayenne)
  • 0.8 cup tomatoes chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In 2-quart saucepan, stir broth, flour, cumin and red pepper with whisk until blended. Cook and stir about 5 minutes, until mixture boils and thickens slightly.
  3. Remove from heat. Stir in yogurt until blended.
  4. In medium bowl, mix chicken, 3/4 cup of the cheese, the corn, black beans, green onions, cilantro, chiles and 1/2 cup of the yogurt sauce. Spoon about 1/3 cup chicken mixture down center of each tortilla.
  5. Roll up tortillas; arrange seam sides down in baking dish. Top with remaining yogurt sauce. Cover with foil.
  6. Bake 30 to 35 minutes or until sauce is bubbly.
  7. Sprinkle with remaining 3/4 cup cheese.
  8. Bake uncovered about 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Top with tomato just before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories236kcal
Protein33.58%
Fat20.51%
Carbs45.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.81
Glycemic Load
8.9
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
12.278260827712%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.1mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
1.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:236.47kcal
11.82%
Fat:5.41g
8.32%
Saturated Fat:1.82g
11.37%
Carbohydrates:27.24g
9.08%
Net Carbohydrates:23.05g
8.38%
Sugar:2.82g
3.13%
Cholesterol:32.32mg
10.77%
Sodium:501.79mg
21.82%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:19.92g
39.84%
Phosphorus:351.06mg
35.11%
Selenium:15.95µg
22.79%
Vitamin B3:4.04mg
20.2%
Calcium:182.12mg
18.21%
Fiber:4.19g
16.75%
Vitamin K:15.78µg
15.03%
Folate:57.97µg
14.49%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.37%
Magnesium:57.13mg
14.28%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14.23%
Manganese:0.28mg
13.82%
Zinc:1.92mg
12.82%
Vitamin C:9.3mg
11.27%
Potassium:375.74mg
10.74%
Iron:1.92mg
10.69%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.23%
Copper:0.15mg
7.32%
Vitamin B5:0.64mg
6.42%
Vitamin A:299.16IU
5.98%
Vitamin B12:0.35µg
5.79%
Vitamin E:0.26mg
1.72%