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Chicken Enchilada Bowls

Chicken enchilada in a sranliess srteel bowl. melted cheese on top, bench sprinkled with tortilla
All the flavor of enchiladas in a quick high-protein bowl, ready in 10 minutes.
Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 2 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Serving Size 2 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • ½ cup tomato salsa
  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast (diced)
  • 1 Tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 Tablespoon lime juice or lemon juice
  • ¼ cup corn kernels canned or frozen
  • ¼ cup black beans canned, rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup zucchini finely diced
  • 1 red pepper diced
  • ¼ cup cheddar cheese (shredded/grated)

Topping Optional

  • ¼ avocado
  • 2 Tablespoon greek yogurt
  • cilantro/coriander leaves

Instructions

  • Mix the base: In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, taco seasoning, smoked paprika, lime juice and the salsa.
  • Add the chicken and veg: Fold in red pepper, corn, beans, zucchini and shredded or diced cooked chicken.
  • Assemble bowls: Divide the mixture between two microwave-safe containers. Refrigerate up to 3 days.
  • Heat & finish: When ready to serve, sprinkle with cheese, and microwave for 2–3 minutes until piping hot and melted.
  • Top & enjoy: Add a little extra salsa, coriander, avocado, and a spoon of Greek yogurt or sour cream before serving.

Notes

  • Protein swap: Use shredded rotisserie chicken for a shortcut, or swap in turkey, low fat beef mince, or tofu crumbles or cubes.
  • Cheese choices: Cheddar is classic, but Monterey Jack or mozzarella melt beautifully too.
  • Veggie swaps: mushrooms, spinach, grated carrot or riced cauliflower depending what you have on hand
  • Budget-friendly: Use frozen corn, canned beans, and pre-shredded cheese to save time and money.
  • Low-spice: Dial back the taco seasoning or use mild salsa if heat isn’t your thing.
  • Make it ahead: Assemble bowls in advance in microwave proof containers, then you have a yummy high protein meal in just a few minutes.
  • Double up the recipe - You will have four meals, one for today and three to enjoy over the next three days!
  • Add crunch: A sprinkle of crushed tortilla chips adds an extra dimension to the meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowl | Calories: 367kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 1151mg | Potassium: 808mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 3282IU | Vitamin C: 87mg | Calcium: 235mg | Iron: 2mg
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