Low Carb White Chicken Enchiladas
This low-carb white chicken enchiladas recipe is a delicious and satisfying meal that is perfect for anyone looking to reduce their carbohydrate intake. The creamy filling, coupled with a rich sauce, makes it a great option for dinner.
Equipment
- 1 oven
- 1 baking dish (9x13 inches)
- 1 skillet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken Approximately 12 oz.
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened 8 oz.
- 1 cup shredded cheese Mexican blend or Monterey Jack.
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional for heat.
- 8 large low-carb tortillas Such as almond flour or coconut flour tortillas.
- 1 cup green enchilada sauce Sugar-free if possible.
- fresh cilantro For garnish, optional.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cream cheese, half of the shredded cheese, sour cream, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Take a low-carb tortilla and place ¼ cup of the chicken mixture in the center. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place it seam-side down in a greased baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas.
- Pour the green enchilada sauce evenly over the top of the rolled tortillas.
- Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese over the sauce-covered tortillas.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the tortillas are heated through.
- Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired before serving.
Notes
For added flavor, you can sauté onions or peppers and mix them into the chicken filling. Feel free to adjust the spices according to your preferences. You can prepare the filling ahead of time and assemble the enchiladas later for a quicker meal.