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Keto Chicken Enchiladas

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Diet: Gluten Free
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 159
This easy, keto chicken enchiladas recipe is a delightful twist on a classic favourite, allowing you to indulge without the carbs. With tender shredded chicken, zesty green chilis, and a rich homemade enchilada sauce, all wrapped in low-carb tortillas, this dish is sure to become a family favorite!
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Ingredients

  • 6 low-carb tortillas
  • 2 cups shredded chicken breast or rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup Mexican cheese blend shredded
  • 1 can diced green chilis 4 ounces
  • 1 cup keto enchilada sauce
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, half the shredded cheese, diced green chilis, and half of the enchilada sauce. Mix until well combined.
  • Spoon a portion of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla and roll them up tightly. Place them seam side down in the prepared baking dish.
  • Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled-up tortillas, spreading it evenly to cover them.
  • Sprinkle remaining shredded cheese on top of the enchiladas.
  • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes to lightly brown the cheese.
  • Once done, remove the enchiladas from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
  • Serve with chopped fresh cilantro avocado, and sour cream.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchilada | Calories: 159 | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 608mg | Potassium: 146mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 419IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 228mg | Iron: 1mg

Additional Info

Net Carbs: 4 g | % Carbs: 10.3 % | % Protein: 43.6 % | % Fat: 46.2 % | SmartPoints: 4
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