Red Chicken Enchiladas
Red Chicken Enchiladas deliver 77g protein and 869 calories per serving, providing exceptional protein density for higher-calorie bulk days. Six servings cook on the stovetop in quick prep time, allowing you to batch-prep a full week's dinners in one session. This calorie-to-protein ratio supports muscle gain without requiring multiple meals to hit daily protein targets.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Grilled(600g)
- •Mozzarella Cheese(560g)
Part-skim mozzarella. Pre-shredded bags are convenient for meal prep.
- •Cheese, Colby Jack, Shredded(560g)
- •Sour Cream(180g)
Regular or fat-free both work. Fat-free is thinner but saves ~40 cal/serving.
- •Taco Seasoning, Packet (E.G. Old El Paso)(30g)
Taco seasoning packet — Old El Paso or McCormick. Low sodium if available.
- •Tortilla, Corn, 6-Inch
- •Enchilada Sauce, Red, Canned(794g)
- •Finely Chopped Cilantro, For Serving (Optional)
- •Thinly Sliced, Red Onion, For Serving (Optional)
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 375°F with a rack in the center position.
- 2In a large bowl combine the shredded chicken, 1½ cups of the mozzarella, 1½ cups of the Colby Jack, sour cream and taco seasoning.
- 3Wrap the tortillas in a damp paper towel or tea towel and microwave for 1 minute.
- 4Warm the enchilada sauce in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Working with one tortilla at a time, dip it in the enchilada sauce until lightly coated on both sides. Scoop ⅓ cup of the enchilada filling into the tortilla and roll tightly, arrange (seam side down) in a 9x13 baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas and filling.
- 5Pour the remaining sauce over the prepared enchiladas. Sprinkle all over with the remaining mozzarella and the remaining Colby Jack.
- 6Bake for 25 minutes, or until the sauce is bubbling and the cheese is melted. Let rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro and red onions, if using, before serving.
Nutrition — Per Serving
869
calories
77g
protein
55g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Saturated fat
- 32.5g
- Sodium
- 2224 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.7g
6 servings per batch · ~454g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Red Chicken Enchiladas have per serving?
Each serving delivers 77g of protein and 869 calories with 55g fat and 15g carbs, making this one of the highest-protein enchilada options available. The protein-to-calorie ratio supports dedicated muscle-building phases.
How long does Red Chicken Enchiladas take to prep?
Quick prep time on the stovetop with 6 servings per batch means you can prepare a week's worth of high-protein meals efficiently. Minimal active time required despite the generous protein yield per serving.
Is Red Chicken Enchiladas good for muscle gain?
At 77g protein per serving, these enchiladas are exceptional for muscle gain when you're targeting 180-200g daily protein intake. The 869 calories support the caloric surplus needed for lean mass building.
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