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Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken

Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Enchiladas for a Healthy Twist

These Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Enchiladas offer a healthy, low-carb meal packed with flavor and protein.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 enchiladas
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie chicken for flavor.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Full-fat for creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Wrapping
  • 8 pieces Low-Carb Tortillas Choose your favorite brand.
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 cup Enchilada Sauce Opt for a low-sugar version.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Mozzarella or pepper jack for flavor.

Equipment

  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cottage cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce across the bottom of your baking dish.
  4. Fill a tortilla with the chicken and cottage cheese filling and roll it tightly.
  5. Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas in the baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle your chosen shredded cheese over the top of the enchiladas.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These enchiladas are customizable; feel free to add beans or veggies of your choice.

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