High Protein Chicken Cottage Cheese Enchilada Bowls (Print Version)
High protein chicken cottage cheese enchilada bowls offer a healthy, flavorful twist on a classic. Enjoy shredded chicken, creamy cottage cheese, and enchilada sauce.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: Mexican
# Ingredients:
→ Savory Enchilada Core
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1 lb cooked chicken breast, shredded
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1 (10-ounce) can red enchilada sauce
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1/2 cup yellow onion, finely diced
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp chili powder
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1 tsp ground cumin
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika
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Salt and black pepper to taste
→ Creamy Protein Boost
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2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
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1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
→ Fresh & Zesty Accents
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1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, plus more for garnish
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1 large avocado, diced
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1 lime, cut into wedges
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1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
# Instructions:
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Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup finely diced yellow onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in 2 cloves minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
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Add 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika to the skillet. Cook for 30 seconds until aromatic. Pour in 1 (10-ounce) can red enchilada sauce and bring to a gentle simmer.
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Stir in 1 lb cooked chicken breast, shredded, into the sauce. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Season with salt and black pepper to taste for your High Protein Chicken Cottage Cheese Enchilada Bowls.
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In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese, 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Mix well until thoroughly combined. This creamy mixture is key for your High Protein Chicken Cottage Cheese Enchilada Bowls.
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Divide the warm chicken enchilada mixture evenly among 4 serving bowls. Top each bowl generously with a dollop of the cottage cheese mixture, creating the base for your High Protein Chicken Cottage Cheese Enchilada Bowls.
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Garnish each bowl with 1 large diced avocado, fresh cilantro, and thinly sliced 1 small jalapeño (optional). Serve immediately with 1 lime, cut into wedges, for squeezing over your High Protein Chicken Cottage Cheese Enchilada Bowls.
# Notes:
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For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper with the other spices, or use a hot enchilada sauce.
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The chicken enchilada mixture can be made up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Reheat gently before assembling the bowls.
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Feel free to experiment with other cheeses like a Mexican blend or sharp cheddar in the cottage cheese mixture for a different flavor profile.
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Serve these bowls with a side of warm corn tortillas or tortilla chips for dipping, if desired.
# Tools You'll Need:
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Large skillet
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Mixing bowl
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Cutting board
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Chef's knife
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Measuring cups
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Measuring spoons
# Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
Calories: 475 kcal
Total Fat: 23 g
Total Carbohydrate: 21 g
Protein: 57 g