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High-Protein Chicken Cottage Cheese Enchilada Bowls


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: High-Protein

Description

A comforting and nutritious dish packed with protein from chicken and cottage cheese, perfect for families and busy weeknights.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • Tortilla chips or tortillas
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare an oven-safe baking dish.
  2. Combine the shredded chicken, cottage cheese, black beans, corn, enchilada sauce, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well until fully combined.
  3. Layer the tortilla chips or tortillas in the bottom of your baking dish.
  4. Spoon the chicken mixture over the tortilla base, spreading it out evenly.
  5. Top with shredded cheese, generously sprinkling it over the mixture.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until heated through and the cheese has melted.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Make-ahead by assembling the bowls the night before and storing in the fridge. Broil for 2-3 minutes for extra bubbly cheese.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg