If you’re a man who likes his eggs, there’s no reason to eat them only at breakfast. This enchilada-inspired omelet is great any time of day and quicker than driving through a fast-food window. It’s also super low-carb and packed with protein, so make it a staple of your diet if you’re looking to get lean.
DIRECTIONS
Mist a small nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium heat. Pour in egg whites and cook until the bottom is set and top is soft set. Flip omelet. Sprinkle cheese evenly over one half. top evenly with chilies and olives, then chicken. When cheese is melted, fold bare half over filled half. Spoon enchilada sauce over top, Then sprinkle with cilantro.
Makes 1 serving
3 oz grilled chicken breast, cut into 1⁄2-inch cubes*
Olive oil spray
1 cup 100% liquid egg whites
1⁄4 cup finely shredded 75% reduced-fat cheddar
1 tbsp canned
green chilies
1 tbsp canned sliced
black olives
11⁄2to2tbsp canned, medium enchilada sauce
heated in microwave
1 tbsp chopped
fresh cilantro leaves
*This recipe is great for the guy who likes to grill chicken breasts in bulk and refrigerate them for the week ahead. if that’s not you, simply take an extra five minutes to cut some raw chicken breast into cubes and cook in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until no longer pink.
Nutrition Facts
294 calories
53g protein
3g carbs
4g fat
Devin Alexander is a Hollywood chef and New York Times best-selling author who has maintained a 70-pound weight loss.
