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Low Carb White Chicken Enchiladas

  • Author: madison
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Carb

Description

Delicious low-carb white chicken enchiladas filled with shredded chicken, creamy cheese, and flavorful spices, making for a comforting and guilt-free meal.


Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken
  • 2.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese (or Pepper Jack cheese for extra heat)
  • 5 ounces cream cheese
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons almond flour
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 4 ounces canned diced green chilies
  • 10 low-carb flour tortillas


Instructions

  1. Shred the cooked chicken and place it in a bowl. Add 3/4 cup of shredded cheese, garlic powder, and cream cheese. Mix until well combined.
  2. In a saucepan, melt the butter, then stir in the almond flour and taco seasoning. Cook for 1 minute.
  3. Slowly whisk in 2 cups of chicken broth and heat until the sauce thickens and bubbles.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and diced green chilies without boiling.
  5. Fill each tortilla with the chicken mixture, roll them up, and place seam-side down in a greased 9×13 baking dish.
  6. Pour the sauce over the enchiladas and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  7. Bake at 350°F for 22 minutes, then broil for an additional 3 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

Shred chicken while warm for easier processing. Feel free to use different types of cheese or low-carb tortillas.