Chicken Enchiladas (Lower Carb-Less Fat)

"Using low-carb tortillas and fat-free cream cheese cuts some of the calories from this scrumptious version of chicken enchiladas. You won't miss the calories! This recipe was adapted from Old El Paso Chicken Enchiladas."
 
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Ready In:
45mins
Ingredients:
11
Yields:
6 enchiladas
Serves:
6
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ingredients

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directions

  • Heat oven to 350°.
  • Spray 11"X 7" glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In blender or food processor, place enchilada sauce, cilantro, parsley, lime juice and garlic. Cover; blend on high speed about 30 seconds or until smooth.
  • In microwavable bowl place cream cheese and microwave for about 30 seconds or until it reaches spreadable consistency but not hot. Mix chicken, green chiles, and 3/4 cup of the shredded cheese into the softened cream cheese.
  • Divide chicken mixture among tortillas. Roll tortillas around chicken mixture; place seam side down in baking dish. Pour sauce mixture over enchiladas.
  • Cover; bake 20 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. Bake uncovered 5 to 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
  • Optional: Brown under broiler a couple of minutes if desired.
  • Serve with lime wedges. Garnish with additional cilantro sprigs if desired.

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  1. I wasn't sure about this recipe...I've never used the green enchilada sauce before and was not sure if I would like the low carb, low fat version...so wrong, these are very good for being low carb and low fat. My family is not a fan of the cilantro, so that is the only thing I would cut back on for next time, otherwise they are creamy with the mixture of fat free cream cheese and the mozzarella mixed right in with the chicken and I did use a little more of the mozzarella for the top, but I would highly recommend if you are looking for a healthier version of this classic Mexican dish!
     
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