Chicken Enchiladas(Low-Fat)

Prep: 10 min Cook: 10 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: Mexican

Creamy low-fat chicken enchiladas feature tender shredded chicken and melted Monterey Jack cheese wrapped in soft tortillas, topped with flavorful jalapenos and fresh vegetables. This satisfying dish offers bold flavors with a lighter touch, perfect for a comforting yet health-conscious meal for family or friends.

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Ingredients

  • 8 (6-inch) tortillas (fat-free)
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1 or 2 canned jalapeno chili peppers (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 (8 oz.) fat-free sour cream
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups chopped cooked chicken
  • sliced olives (optional)
  • chopped tomatoes (optional)
  • sliced green onions (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wrap the tortillas in foil.
  2. Heat the wrapped tortillas in a 350°F oven for 10 minutes.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

398 kcal 20% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 15.8g 32% DV
Total Fat 9.3g 12% DV
Carbs 66.9g 24% DV
Fiber 7.6g 27% DV
Sugar 4.6g 9% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 916mg 40% DV
Potassium 720.8mg 15% DV
Cholesterol 15.5mg 5% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 60mcg 7% DV
Vitamin C 33mg 37% DV
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 123.8mg 10% DV
Iron 4mg 22% DV
Diet fit High-fiber Under 400 cal Low-fat
Contains Milk Wheat/Gluten

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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