High Protein Chicken Enchilada Bake
A low-carb, high-protein enchilada bake packed with shredded chicken, vegetables, and a creamy yogurt enchilada sauce.
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 yellow onion, finely diced
- 1.5 heaping cups broccoli, finely diced
- 1 cup baby spinach, chopped
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 cups pre-cooked chicken
- 15oz red enchilada sauce
- 3/4 cups plain Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
- optional toppings: avocado, cilantro, green onion, jalapeño
Method
- 1
Preheat oven to 400F.
- 2
Heat a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat. Add the oil. When it glistens, add the chopped onion and broccoli. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-4 minutes to let the veggies soften. If the veggies appear too dry, add a splash of water or chicken broth.
- 3
Stir in the chopped spinach, salt, pepper, chili powder, and pre-cooked chicken.
- 4
Transfer chicken and veggie mixture to a casserole dish.
- 5
In a bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt and enchilada sauce, then pour over casserole dish. Top with cheese blend.
- 6
Transfer to the oven and heat for 10–15 minutes or until the cheese is melted.
- 7
Let it rest for 5 minutes, then top with cilantro, avocado, and jalapeño.