Cottage Cheese Chicken Enchiladas

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
• 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chiles, undrained
• 1 (12 ounce) container cottage cheese
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 12 corn tortillas (6 inches)
• 1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
• 1 (1/2 cup) shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Cook chicken in a large skillet until browned on both sides. Remove from heat and let cool. Shred the chicken.
3. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, green chiles, cottage cheese, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
4. Place a spoonful of the filling in the center of each tortilla. Roll up the tortillas and place them seam side down in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
5. Spread the sour cream over the tortillas and sprinkle with the Monterey Jack cheese.
6. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 325 per serving
• Fat: 12 grams
• Protein: 25 grams
• Carbohydrates: 30 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Savory and flavorful with a creamy filling
• A combination of shredded chicken, beans, corn, and vegetables
• Served with sour cream and shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• Suitable for American taste buds

User Comments:

• "These enchiladas are absolutely delicious! The filling is moist and flavorful, and the sour cream and cheese add the perfect finishing touch."
• "I love how quick and easy these are to make. They're perfect for a weeknight meal."
• "The cottage cheese adds a unique creaminess to the filling. It's a great way to add protein and nutrients to your meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to cook the chicken thoroughly before shredding it.
• If you don't have cottage cheese, you can substitute ricotta cheese or Greek yogurt.
• To make the dish spicier, add more chili powder or diced green chiles.
• Serve with your favorite salsa, guacamole, or rice to enhance the flavor.