Meals that deliver taste at a low cost

Canyon Lake families are always looking for a simple way to serve up classic meals. This tasty Enchilada recipe, a south-of-the-border classic, is your ticket to an easy, warm and filling meal.

Easy Chicken Enchiladas with Black Beans

Recipe courtesy of “Wellness for the Win” on behalf of ALDI

Prep time: 25 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Servings: 10

Ingredients

• Nonstick cooking spray
• 1 medium onion, chopped

Chicken:

• 1 pound chicken breasts
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste

Enchiladas:

• 15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
• 10 ounces diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
• 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese, divided
• 16 ounces restaurant-style salsa, divided
• 10 whole-wheat tortillas
• Optional Toppings:
• diced avocado
• plain Greek yogurt
• cilantro

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400 F. Spray a 9-by-13-inch pan with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.

In a medium skillet over medium-high heat, cook onion until translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Transfer to large bowl and set aside.

To make chicken: Season chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, cumin and salt and pepper, to taste. Add chicken to same skillet over medium-high heat. Cook 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through. Use a fork and knife to shred chicken.

To make enchiladas: In a large bowl with cooked onion, add shredded chicken, black beans, diced tomatoes, green chilies and 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese. Use a spoon to mix well.

Pour 1 cup of salsa on the bottom of the greased pan and use spatula to spread evenly. Scoop about 1/2 cup chicken and veggie mixture into each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam side down in the pan. Top enchiladas with 3/4 cup salsa and remaining shredded cheese; use spatula to spread evenly.

Cover pan tightly with foil and bake for 25-30 minutes. Remove from the oven; serve hot. Add avocado, yogurt and cilantro, if desired.