Zucchini Enchiladas
These Zucchini Enchiladas deliver 48g protein and 393 calories per serving — one of the highest-protein Mexican-style options available. Quick stovetop prep across 6 servings means you can batch this twice for the entire week without extended cooking time. Built for lifters stacking protein while keeping calories moderate for muscle gain or fat loss phases.
Ingredients
- •Zucchini(120g)
- •Chicken Breast, Grilled(480g)
- •Enchilada Sauce, Red, Canned(360g)
- •Cheese, Monterey Jack, 2%(480g)
- •Green Onion (Scallion)
Instructions
- 1Gather all ingredients and preheat your oven to 350°F.
- 2Carefully slice zucchini thin lengthwise using a mandoline***. Each zucchini should yield 18 wide slices (36 total).
- 3Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, ¼ cup enchilada sauce, ½ cup Monterey jack, and sliced green onions.
- 4Spread 1/2 cup of enchilada sauce on the bottom of the 9x13 casserole dish. Lay out 3 slices of zucchini, slightly overlapping, and place a spoonful of the chicken mixture on the edge. Roll up and transfer to the baking dish seam-side down. Repeat with the remaining zucchini and chicken mixture
- 5Spread remaining enchilada sauce over zucchini and top with remaining Monterey jack cheese.
- 6Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese is melted, about 20 minutes. Garnish with toppings of your choice, and enjoy!
Nutrition — Per Serving
393
calories
48g
protein
20g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 4g
- Saturated fat
- 12.1g
- Sodium
- 996 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 0.5g
6 servings per batch · ~240g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Zucchini Enchiladas have per serving?
Each serving contains 48g of protein with 393 calories, 20g fat, and only 4g carbs. This is one of the highest protein-to-calorie ratios in the PrepForge library, making it a cornerstone high-protein meal.
How long does Zucchini Enchiladas take to prep?
This quick prep recipe batch-makes 6 servings in one stovetop session, delivering substantial meal prep volume in minimal active time. You're averaging less than 7 minutes of active time per complete meal.
Is Zucchini Enchiladas good for muscle gain?
At 48g protein and 393 calories per serving with only 4g carbs, this recipe is built for muscle gain phases where maximizing protein intake while controlling total calories is the priority. It's ideal for hitting high daily protein targets without excess energy intake.
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