Zucchini Enchiladas

Zucchini Enchiladas are a delicious low-carb twist on traditional enchiladas, featuring thinly sliced zucchini rolled around a savory filling of seasoned chicken and cheese, all topped with a rich enchilada sauce. Baked to perfection, this dish is both satisfying and healthy, perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium-sized
• Cooked chicken breast, shredded - 200 grams
• Cream cheese - 100 grams
• Shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack) - 100 grams
• Enchilada sauce - 200 ml
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Using a vegetable peeler or mandoline, slice the zucchini lengthwise into thin strips (about 0.5 cm thick).
3. Sprinkle salt on the zucchini strips and let them sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture. Pat dry with paper towels.
4. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, half of the shredded cheese, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
5. Lay out a zucchini strip, add about 2 tablespoons of the chicken mixture at one end, and roll it up tightly. Repeat with the remaining zucchini strips and filling.
6. In a baking dish, spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce on the bottom. Place the rolled zucchini enchiladas seam side down in the dish.
7. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the rolled enchiladas and sprinkle with the remaining shredded cheese.
8. Drizzle olive oil over the dish and cover with aluminum foil.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
10. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.
• Rich in protein due to the chicken and cheese, supporting muscle health.
• High in fiber from zucchini, promoting digestion and gut health.

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