Using pre-made tortillas, this low carb Mexican chicken lasagna casserole comes together quickly. It's flavored with Southwest spices and plenty of cheese.
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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 my 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 9x13-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.
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Recipe
Mexican Chicken Lasagna
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds chicken breast cooked and shredded
- ¾ 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
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
Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart
Nutrition
Additional Info
Notes on Nutritional Information
Nutritional information for the recipe is provided as a courtesy and is approximate only. We cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutritional information given for any recipe on this site. Erythritol carbs are not included in carb counts as it has been shown not to impact blood sugar. Net carbs are the total carbs minus fiber.
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Post updated in February 2019. Originally published November 2010.
Ruth
Love this recipe! I have come back to it multiple times as the entire family thinks this is amazing - even the non-Keto adult kids gobble it up. Thanks for creating and sharing wonderful recipes like this; please know that we appreciate you.
Christine
I made this and wow so good But I used Turkey breast Slices instead of low-carb tortillas, I try to stay away from all bread and stuff. It was so good my brother eat most of it I got 1 piece of it lolol Thank You so much for your recipes have tried many. I made another one when he was at work lol and froze it
Lisa MarcAurele
Thanks for sharing! Great idea to use turkey slices.
Angela Rager
Delish!!!
Ruby
Thank you for this! Its such a great recipe. Everyone loves it and its now a regular dish in my household!
Kathy
This is amazing! I will be making this dish regularly. Thank you.
Dee Ann
Loved this recipe! So easy to make and it was the best tasting thing I've ever put in my mouth! It definitely made the regular menu list!
Stacey
Is your nutrition info based on using your homemade almond flour low carb tortillas or whatever store bought ones that you indicate in the blog that you used? If store bought, what brand are you using in the calcs?
Lisa MarcAurele
Nutrition is based off the homemade almond flour tortillas.
judy mueller
How many squares are there in this?
Lisa MarcAurele
I usually make 15 squares.
Benjaman
What size tortilla's are used in the recipe? Thanks much - love your site!
Lisa MarcAurele
I believe I used 7-inch ones.
Martin Kirby
Where are you seeing to add tomatoes?
Do you mean salsa?
Lisa MarcAurele
Tomatoes are in the salsa.
Nyree
I'm wondering if you can share the brand of store bought tortillas you used?
Lisa MarcAurele
I've bought all different kinds, but I make my own now as I've gone gluten-free. But I believe Mission brand is what I used to get locally.
Dori
I was wondering if you can make this recipe ahead of time and bake it later
Lisa MarcAurele
Yes. This one is fine to make a day ahead. Or you can make it ahead and freeze for later.
Staci Hudson
You just say shredded cheese. What kind did you use?
Lisa MarcAurele
I used a Mexican cheese blend. I believe it's a blend of cheddar and colby jack.
Darryl Servideo
Crushed up pork rinds instead of tortillas
We'll see how it goes!
Lisa MarcAurele
Hope that worked out for you!
Nelly
Thanks Lisa for a great recipe, the whole fam enjoyed it so much. This is a keeper!
Claudia
Could 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
Yes. It should work, but may not hold together as well when sliced.
Angie
Hi 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
Thanks so much Angie. Hope you enjoy the low carb recipes!
Judie
How many carbs?
Lisa MarcAurele
It's in the recipe card, 8g total.
CYNTHIA PRICE
How much salsa for this recipe? Also are the carb counts in recipe for 2 or 4 tortillas?
Lisa MarcAurele
The recipe calls for 1 cup.
Maureen
It was very good! I used a cooked rotisserie chicken,added a jalapeño,& a few tablespoons of cilantro chutney! Yum!
Michelle
I made this last week and it was amazing!!! Definitely a keeper recipe!
Lisa MarcAurele
I'm so glad you enjoyed this casserole!
Emily Kemp
This looks so good, definitely one to try asap!
Karise
Can this be made as a freezer meal?
Lisa
Yes. It can be assembled and then frozen for a quick meal later.
Karise
Thank you!
zandi
I 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
i'm trying this tonight! and i'm going to add the black olives - can't wait.
Carolyn
Hey, 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.