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Black Bean Chicken Enchiladas

Black Bean Chicken Enchiladas

The ultimate comfort food, Black Bean Chicken Enchiladas are a creamy, cheesy treat that makes for an easy weeknight dinner. Packed with flavor and topped with a zesty avocado-tomato salsa, these enchiladas are sure to become a family favorite. Make them tonight for a satisfying meal!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

  • 2 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
  • 1 can fat-free refried black beans (or regular refried beans will work)
  • 1 cup frozen sweet corn
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ cup diced onion yellow or white
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 large jalapeno seeded and coarsely chopped (optional)
  • cup chopped cilantro
  • 20 oz low-sodium enchilada sauce
  • 2 1/2 cups reduced fat Colby jack cheese
  • 7 whole wheat 10 inch tortillas (burrito style)
  • 3 whole Roma tomatoes diced
  • 1 whole avocado diced
  • ½ cup yellow onion finely chopped
  • ½ whole jalapeno pepper seeded and chopped
  • ½ cup fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Wooden Spoon
  • Saucepan
  • Frying Pan
  • Cutting Board
  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Chef's Knife
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

  1. Spray large pan with non-stick cooking oil and place on medium heat. Add corn, garlic, onion, red pepper flakes, cumin, garlic powder, and the optional jalapeno if you’d like. Cook until onions have softened.
  2. Next add chicken and cilantro to mixture and ½ can of the enchilada sauce. Simmer on low for a couple of minutes. Turn off heat and let mixture cool.
  3. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray 9x13 baking pan with cooking spray.
  4. Next warm tortillas in microwave for about 20 seconds so they are easier to roll. Place about 1/4 cup of refried beans on each tortilla.
  5. Then, place about ½ cup of chicken mixture on top of beans. Sprinkle about ¼ cup of cheese in each tortilla. Fold each tortilla and place seam side down in pan.
  6. Add remaining enchilada sauce on top of the tortillas and sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Bake for 30 minutes until cheese is melted and edges of tortillas begin to turn golden brown.
  7. Allow enchiladas to cool a few minutes before serving and top with avocado-tomato salsa and sour cream.
  8. While enchiladas are baking, make the salsa. To make salsa: In a medium bowl, combine all salsa ingredients. Stir until evenly mixed. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  9. These should make 7 large enchiladas. 1 serving = 1/2 enchilada with salsa.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Leftover enchiladas can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Just reheat in the oven for best results.
  • Tip 2: These enchiladas freeze well! Assemble them, cover tightly, and freeze. When ready to eat, bake from frozen, adding a little extra time to ensure they’re heated through.
  • Tip 3: Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
  • Tip 4: Substitute the chicken with sautéed spinach or mushrooms for a vegetarian version.
  • Tip 5: Feel free to use different types of cheese, such as Monterey Jack for a twist.