Description
These chicken enchilada bowls are your new go-to for high-protein, high-satisfaction meals. Packed with bold, creamy flavor thanks to cottage cheese and enchilada sauce, they deliver 39g of protein per serving without weighing you down.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup red enchilada sauce
- 1 cup cooked brown rice or cauliflower rice
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup corn (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: avocado, cilantro, jalapeño, lime wedges, shredded cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, enchilada sauce, and spices until creamy.
- Stir in shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and rice. Mix until fully coated.
- Heat in a skillet or microwave until warmed through (about 5–7 minutes).
- Serve in bowls and top with fresh avocado, chopped cilantro, and lime, or your favorite garnishes.
Notes
- Fast, filling, and ready to meal prep.
- Healthy comfort food that works as hard as you do.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop or Microwave
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350-400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: High Protein Chicken Enchilada