Weight Watchers Chicken Enchilada Bake
Do you love the flavors of Mexican food? I definitely do and I didn't want to give it up even though I am trying to lose weight. Sometimes it takes a little creativity and effort to find the perfect Weight Watchers recipe, but it is possible to make recipes healthier and more points friendly! I made this Weight Watchers Chicken Enchilada Bake and didn't even miss those extra calories.
THE RECIPE
INGREDIENTS
- 19 ounce can of enchilada sauce
- 9 extra thin yellow corn tortillas
- 16 ounce can fat free refried beans
- 1 packet taco seasoning or equivalent of homemade taco seasoning
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts COOKED and chopped into small pieces
- 1 cup black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 can diced tomatoes and green chilies drained
- 1 cup 2% shredded fiesta cheese
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spray a 9 x 13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Pour a 1/3 cup of the enchilada sauce into the bottom of the pan and spread around.
- Arrange 4.5 tortillas across the bottom of the pan to cover it as best as possible.
- In a bowl mix the refried beans and the taco seasoning together.
- Spread this mixture in an even layer on top of the corn tortillas.
- Using the same bowl add the cooked chicken, black beans, tomatoes/chilies and remaining enchilada sauce. Stir these ingredients together.
- Spoon half of this mixture on top of the refried bean layer.
- Place the remaining 4.5 corn tortillas on top of the layers.
- Put the remaining chicken mixture on top of the corn tortillas and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle the cheese over the top.
- Bake for about 30 minutes.
This recipe and image adapted from: www.lifeissweeterbydesign.com