This Crohn’s-Appropriate Chicken Enchilada Bowl is a quick and healthy way to enjoy enchilada flavors without the grains. Shredded chicken is mixed with rich Paleo enchilada sauce and served over a bed of fresh greens, then topped with pico de gallo for a fresh, zesty finish.
Serves: 2
Prep time: 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 2 cups Paleo enchilada sauce. Do not use commercial enchilada sauce—it might not be SCD appropriate. Click here for a Crohn’s friendly enchilada sauce recipe
- ½ cup pico de gallo ([click for recipe])
- 4 cups mixed greens
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, mix shredded chicken thoroughly with enchilada sauce.
- Arrange mixed greens in serving bowls.
- Top each bowl with sauced chicken and a spoonful of pico de gallo.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Paleo
- SCD Appropriate
- Appropriate for the Roadmap to Health for IBD Sufferers
- Appropriate for the Roadmap to Health
- Gluten-Free
Note: This quick, no-grain enchilada bowl skips the tortillas and keeps things light, nutrient-dense, and gut-friendly. Packed with protein, fresh vegetables, and Paleo enchilada sauce, it’s both satisfying and Crohn’s-appropriate.
