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Delicious Mexican enchilada dish with rice and beans on a rustic wooden table, San Francisco.
Stovetop~30 minComplexity

Simple Mole Chicken Enchiladas

These Mole Chicken Enchiladas deliver 47g protein and 434 calories per serving, hitting your macros without excess fat. Quick-prepping 8 servings on the stovetop makes this Mexican dinner a batch-cooking standout for busy training weeks. One pan, one sauce base — perfect for anyone scaling to 150g+ daily protein while minimizing prep time.

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Ingredients

8 servings
  • Enchilada Sauce, Red, Canned
  • Peanut Butter, Smooth(15g)
  • Chocolate, Dark, 70-85% Cacao(60g)
  • Chili powder(15g)
  • Chicken Breast, Grilled(600g)
  • Mozzarella Cheese(600g)

    Part-skim mozzarella. Pre-shredded bags are convenient for meal prep.

  • Tortilla, Corn, 6-Inch
  • Cheese, Queso Fresco, Crumbled(180g)
  • Cilantro, Fresh(60g)
  • Avocado

Instructions

  1. 1In a small saucepan, combine the enchilada sauce, peanut butter, dark chocolate (chopped into small pieces), and chili powder over medium heat. Stir constantly for 4–6 minutes until the chocolate is fully melted and the sauce is smooth and glossy. Remove from heat.
  2. 2In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced), ½ cup of the mole sauce, and 2 cups of the mozzarella, mixing until evenly coated.
  3. 3Lay a corn tortilla on a clean surface and spoon a heaping ⅓ cup of the chicken mixture into the center. Roll tightly from one end to the other, enclosing the filling completely. Place seam-side down in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling until the dish is full.
  4. 4Pour the remaining mole sauce evenly over all the enchiladas, then sprinkle the remaining ½ cup mozzarella across the top.
  5. 5Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and bake at 350°F for 20–25 minutes until the cheese is melted, the sauce is bubbling at the edges, and the filling is heated through.
  6. 6Remove from the oven and let rest for 2–3 minutes.
  7. 7Divide evenly into 8 airtight containers while hot, then cool to room temperature before sealing and refrigerating.
  8. 8To serve, top each portion with crumbled queso fresco, fresh cilantro, and sliced avocado.

Nutrition — Per Serving

434

calories

47g

protein

24g

fat

Carbohydrates
8g
Saturated fat
13.3g
Sodium
740 mg
Dietary fiber
1.8g

8 servings per batch · ~191g each

Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central

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Common questions

How much protein does Simple Mole Chicken Enchiladas have per serving?

Each serving provides 47g of protein and 434 calories with 24g fat and only 8g carbs. This is a high-protein, extremely low-carb recipe that maximizes protein density relative to calorie content.

How long does Simple Mole Chicken Enchiladas take to prep?

Quick prep on stovetop with 8 servings yields an efficient batch for the full week with minimal active time per serving. One cook session covers multiple ready-to-eat meals.

Is Simple Mole Chicken Enchiladas good for muscle gain?

At 47g protein per serving and 434 calories, this recipe prioritizes protein intake and works best as a high-protein component in muscle gain phases or maintenance. The very low carb count makes it less ideal for post-workout windows unless paired with carb sources.

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