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Chicken Enchilada Quinoa Bake

May 11, 2014 by Joanna Cismaru 45 Comments

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This Chicken Enchilada Quinoa bake is gluten free, packed with protein and loads of cheese. This casserole is a true crowd-pleaser. If you’re a fan of traditional enchiladas, you’ll love this slightly healthier version.

This Chicken Enchilada Quinoa bake is gluten free, packed with protein and loads of cheese. This casserole is a true crowd-pleaser. If you're a fan of traditional enchiladas, you'll love this slightly healthier version.

So it’s snowing again. Earlier in the day I was sitting on my deck enjoying the sun warming my face and now it’s snowing. Oh well, I keep pretending it’s summer. It’s bound to get here eventually.

Anywho, I want to talk to you about quinoa and how I feel about it. I have to be honest and say I’m not a huge fan, but I understand it’s good for you. Unlike rice or pasta, it’s gluten-free, it’s high in protein, a great source of riboflavin and helps with weight management. So as you can see it’s kind of like a superfood. And because of these reasons I try and include it in our diet, regardless of how much the hand model hates it.

 

In order to make quinoa more tasty and to somehow hide it in what I cook, what better way to do it than with chicken enchilada. I for one love chicken enchilada and sometimes one could say I’m obsessed with it. So regardless how I feel about quinoa, in this chicken enchilada quinoa bake, you won’t even know it’s there.

This Chicken Enchilada Quinoa bake is gluten free, packed with protein and loads of cheese. This casserole is a true crowd-pleaser. If you're a fan of traditional enchiladas, you'll love this slightly healthier version.

With just a few simple ingredients you can make this sososo delicious dish. Lots of chicken enchilada goodness under a yummy layer of cheese, how can one go wrong? And after you bake it for a few minutes all you gotta do is dig in and enjoy! Your tummy will thank you.

This Chicken Enchilada Quinoa bake is gluten free, packed with protein and loads of cheese. This casserole is a true crowd-pleaser. If you're a fan of traditional enchiladas, you'll love this slightly healthier version.

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Chicken Enchilada Quinoa Bake

This Chicken Enchilada Quinoa bake is gluten free, packed with protein and loads of cheese. This casserole is a true crowd-pleaser. If you're a fan of traditional enchiladas, you'll love this slightly healthier version.
4.75 from 8 votes
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 456kcal
Author: Joanna Cismaru

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 2 cups quinoa cooked, I used red, white or red
  • 1 chicken breast cooked and shredded
  • 8 oz black beans (about half can)
  • 3 tbsp canned chopped green chiles
  • 1 1/2 cups enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1 cup Mozzarella cheese shredded
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Instructions

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Spray 8-inch square ceramic or broiler-proof baking dish with cooking spray.
  • Heat a medium size skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and onion; cook 5 minutes or until onion is soft.
  • Reduce heat to low. Add quinoa, chicken, black beans, green chiles, and the enchilada sauce; stir to combine. Remove from heat.
  • Stir in cheddar cheese. Transfer quinoa mixture to prepared baking dish. Top evenly with pepper Mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Turn oven control to broil and broil 1 to 2 minutes or until cheese is golden and bubbly. Remove from broiler. Top with sour cream and cilantro. Serve immediately.

Notes

Please keep in mind that nutritional information is a rough estimate and can vary greatly based on products used.

Nutrition

Serving: 354g | Calories: 456kcal | Carbohydrates: 38.86g | Protein: 36.02g | Fat: 17.62g | Saturated Fat: 5.078g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3.125g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7.998g | Trans Fat: 0.198g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 821mg | Potassium: 711mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 3.93g | Vitamin A: 43% | Vitamin C: 15% | Calcium: 44% | Iron: 19%
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Nutrition Facts
Chicken Enchilada Quinoa Bake
Amount Per Serving (354 g)
Calories 456 Calories from Fat 159
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 17.62g 27%
Saturated Fat 5.078g 25%
Trans Fat 0.198g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.125g
Monounsaturated Fat 7.998g
Cholesterol 58mg 19%
Sodium 821mg 34%
Potassium 711mg 20%
Total Carbohydrates 38.86g 13%
Dietary Fiber 9g 36%
Sugars 3.93g
Protein 36.02g 72%
Vitamin A 43%
Vitamin C 15%
Calcium 44%
Iron 19%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
This Chicken Enchilada Quinoa bake is gluten free, packed with protein and loads of cheese. This casserole is a true crowd-pleaser. If you're a fan of traditional enchiladas, you'll love this slightly healthier version.

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  1. alena says

    April 2, 2018 at 2:27 am

    Thanks,
    sharing Chicken Enchilada Quinoa Bake
    I tried it.It is good & tasty. Quinoa seeds are very healthy to body
    It have a rich amount of fiber,antioxidants and iron
    we provide the Organic Quinoa Seeds.so let’s start buy Quinoa seeds at Nourishyou
    https://nourishyou.in/superfoods/quinoa-seeds/

    Reply
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