Using pre-made tortillas, this low carb Mexican chicken lasagna casserole comes together quickly. It’s flavored with Southwest spices and plenty of cheese.
Easy Mexican Chicken Casserole
I picked up some low carb tortillas last weekend that are 5g carbs each with 12g fiber and 8g protein. Earlier this week, I used them to make a Mexican chicken lasagna casserole. I got the idea from a Pampered Chef recipe that I saw a few months ago. But my recipe is a bit different.
Most recipes call for 8 tortillas, but I chose to use only 4 to keep the carb count down. The tortillas I used were store bought and weren’t gluten free.
If you want to use tortillas that are also gluten free, I suggest the gluten free tortillas at All Natural Ideas or my own low carb tortillas. However, you will need to take the time to make these a day or two before you plan to make this easy shredded chicken breast lasagna.
How to make a Mexican Chicken Lasagna
The casserole is made with cooked shredded chicken mixed with sour cream, salsa, and spices for the meat layer. This is layered with tortillas and cheese.
Once the meat mixture is made, it’s a cinch to make the Mexican chicken casserole. Just place half of the chicken mixture in a greased 9×13-in baking pan, layer two tortillas on top, then sprinkle with half the cheese. Then repeat the layers.
After assembling the layers, it’s baked at 425°F for 12 to 15 minutes until cheese is brown. At this point is ready to serve and enjoy.
Low Carb Mexican Chicken Casserole Variations
I threw in a hot chili pepper because I had one from the garden that I wanted to use up. That addition brings the carbs up a little, but it’s worth if for the added flavor.
Although I didn’t have any black olives, I think they would have been a nice addition to sprinkle on top. You can also add some guacamole, fresh salsa, or sour cream as toppings.
Gluten Free Mexican Chicken Lasagna with Tortillas
My husband and daughter really liked the dish and it fed them for most of the week. That says a lot since they are both really picky eaters. I ended up eating only two pieces because they gobbled up the rest.
I hope you enjoy this chicken casserole as much as my family did. And be sure to let us know what you think in the comment section below if you do give the recipe a try.
Mexican Chicken Lasagna
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast cooked and shredded
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 1 cup medium salsa
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dry minced onion
- 1 red hot chili pepper optional
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 low carb tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese I used a Mexican cheese blend
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Instructions
- Combine chicken, sour cream, salsa, chili powder, cumin and dried onion.
- Lightly grease bottom of 9×13 baking pan with olive oil.
- Place half of chicken mixture in prepared pan, layer two tortillas on top, sprinkle with half the cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake at 425 degrees F for 12 to 15 minutes until cheese is brown.
Notes
- black olives
- guacamole
- fresh salsa
- sour cream
Nutrition
Additional Info
- Net Carbs 5g
- % Carbs: 7.4%
- % Protein: 39.7%
- % Fat: 52.9%
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Post updated in February 2019. Originally published November 2010.
Staci Hudson says
June 4, 2019 at 11:56 amYou just say shredded cheese. What kind did you use?
Lisa MarcAurele says
June 4, 2019 at 3:15 pmI used a Mexican cheese blend. I believe it’s a blend of cheddar and colby jack.
Darryl Servideo says
March 6, 2019 at 12:35 pmCrushed up pork rinds instead of tortillas
We’ll see how it goes!
Lisa MarcAurele says
March 7, 2019 at 8:24 amHope that worked out for you!
Nelly says
March 5, 2019 at 11:57 amThanks Lisa for a great recipe, the whole fam enjoyed it so much. This is a keeper!
Claudia says
February 26, 2019 at 1:05 pmCould this be made just as a casserole without the tortillas? I am afraid Keto tortillas just don’t make the grade for me.
Lisa MarcAurele says
February 27, 2019 at 11:40 amYes. It should work, but may not hold together as well when sliced.
Angie says
February 24, 2019 at 2:53 pmHi from the UK,
I’m preparing to switch to the keto lifestyle & came across you & your recipes Lisa, a very big thank you to you for making the transition easier. I can’t wait to get started, this mexican chicken lasagna will be my first attempt (it looks divine),followed by many of your recipes. What brilliant ideas you have.
Lisa MarcAurele says
February 25, 2019 at 5:35 amThanks so much Angie. Hope you enjoy the low carb recipes!
Judie says
February 23, 2019 at 10:58 amHow many carbs?
Lisa MarcAurele says
February 23, 2019 at 9:27 pmIt’s in the recipe card, 8g total.
CYNTHIA PRICE says
February 20, 2019 at 8:50 pmHow much salsa for this recipe? Also are the carb counts in recipe for 2 or 4 tortillas?
Lisa MarcAurele says
February 21, 2019 at 8:52 amThe recipe calls for 1 cup.
Maureen says
January 19, 2019 at 8:52 amIt was very good! I used a cooked rotisserie chicken,added a jalapeño,& a few tablespoons of cilantro chutney! Yum!
Michelle says
December 9, 2018 at 7:29 pmI made this last week and it was amazing!!! Definitely a keeper recipe!
Lisa MarcAurele says
December 10, 2018 at 12:07 pmI’m so glad you enjoyed this casserole!
Emily Kemp says
July 17, 2018 at 1:39 pmThis looks so good, definitely one to try asap!
Karise says
April 8, 2016 at 5:11 pmCan this be made as a freezer meal?
Lisa says
April 8, 2016 at 9:08 pmYes. It can be assembled and then frozen for a quick meal later.
Karise says
April 12, 2016 at 1:47 pmThank you!
zandi says
October 11, 2011 at 8:12 pmI was going to make this tonight but i went back and looked at the ingred. list didn’t see any can tomatoes listed but the instructions said to add them. would rotels work?
courtney says
February 7, 2011 at 4:45 pmi’m trying this tonight! and i’m going to add the black olives – can’t wait.
Carolyn says
November 20, 2010 at 12:19 pmHey, that’s a nice little savings on your mortgage, congrats. I never thought about making a lasagne with my low carb tortillas but that’s a great idea.