Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas recipe for managing PCOS and pregnancy on Fertility Chef

Lunch: Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas

Recipe by Judy Kim Make a habit out of these Mexican chicken roll-ups.

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Health and fertility benefits of Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas

Skinless chicken breast is an excellent source of the protein, as its contains 21 grams of protein for every 100 grams of breast. Additionally, chicken contains ample amounts of vitamin B6, which serves a vital function in helping to reduce the stressors that cause PCOS. Vitamin B6 help keeps your hormones at balanced levels, which is very helpful for those seeking to stem the flow of excessive testosterone and androgen

Ingredients

extra-virgin olive oil
1 lb. boneless chicken breast, cut into 2" pieces
kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
10 oz. canned red enchilada sauce
8 oz. crushed tomatoes
1 tsp. cumin
2 c. Shredded Monterey Jack
2 c. shredded Cheddar
1/4 c. fresh chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish
8 corn tortillas

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large skillet over medium-high heat drizzle olive oil and sauté chicken; season with salt and pepper. Cook about 3 minutes on each side. Transfer to a plate to cool for 2 to 3 minutes. Shred chicken using 2 forks. Set aside.
In a small bowl combine enchilada sauce and crushed tomatoes; season with 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. In a medium bowl mix together chicken, half of the enchilada mixture, cumin, 1 cup Monterey jack, 1 cup cheddar, and cilantro.
In a large skillet or casserole dish, spread half of the remaining enchilada mixture on the bottom. Add a small scoop of the chicken mixture in center of 1 tortilla, roll up, place in skillet seam side down. Repeat for remaining tortillas. Spread remaining enchilada sauce on top and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake for 10 minutes or until cheese is bubbling and melted.
Garnish with cilantro and serve immediately.