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Wholesome Chicken Enchiladas: A Healthy Comfort Food Favorite


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  • Author: Amelia
  • Total Time: 55 min

Ingredients

1 lb skinless chicken thighs, cut into thin strips

1 onion, finely diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

10 oz tomato puree or passata

15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed

1 cup chicken stock

½ cup sour cream

½ cup corn, frozen or fresh

½ cup grated cheese

1 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp cumin

½ tsp dried oregano

½ tsp smoked paprika

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp black pepper

1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

8 small wholegrain tortillas


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C) and lightly oil a baking dish.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add chicken, salt, and pepper; cook until lightly browned.
  3. Stir in garlic, cumin, oregano, and smoked paprika; cook for 1 minute.
  4. Add chicken stock, tomato puree, black beans, and corn. Cover and simmer for 10–15 minutes until chicken is tender and sauce thickens.
  5. Drain sauce from chicken mixture using a colander and set aside.
  6. Soften tortillas in the oven for a few minutes. Spread a teaspoon of sour cream on each tortilla, add chicken filling, and roll tightly. Place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  7. Pour reserved sauce over the tortillas and sprinkle with grated cheese.
  8. Bake for 25 minutes until cheese is melted and slightly golden. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Gluten-Free Option: Use gluten-free tortillas.
  • Vegetarian Option: Replace chicken with 3 cups of vegetables and use vegetable stock.
  • Make Ahead: Assemble and freeze enchiladas in foil trays; bake from thawed or frozen.
  • Extra Veggies: Add bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach to the filling for added nutrition.
  • Prep Time: 30 min
  • Cook Time: 25 min