Craving a hearty and flavorful meal that won’t derail your low-carb or keto diet? Look no further than these delicious white chicken enchiladas. Packed with protein and healthy fats, this dish is a satisfying and guilt-free choice. In this guide, we’ll share a simple recipe for low-carb keto white chicken enchiladas that are easy to make and taste amazing. We’ll also provide tips for finding the best ingredients and customizing the recipe to your preferences.
LOW CARB WHITE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
I absolutely love enchiladas, especially white chicken enchiladas, but they’re usually loaded with carbs from the tortillas. Luckily, low-carb tortillas are a game changer! With a few tweaks to my favorite recipe, I can now enjoy delicious white chicken enchiladas without the guilt. The best part? The first time I made this low-carb version, no one in my family even noticed the difference!
Mexican-inspired dishes are our go-to when we’re unsure what to make for dinner. No matter how much I try to mix things up, we always come back to Mexican or Tex-Mex when we need a quick meal. Honestly, I can’t complain—Mexican food is always a hit!
That said, a lot of it tends to be high in carbs, so we’ve been working on turning our favorite Mexican recipes into low-carb versions. These keto white chicken enchiladas are the latest addition to our list of go-to meals. They’re easy to make, perfect for a weeknight dinner, and join other favorites like Low-Carb Chicken Enchiladas in Red Sauce and Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole.
WHAT ARE THE BEST LOW CARB TORTILLAS?
When making this keto white chicken enchiladas recipe, it’s important to use low-carb tortillas. You can always make homemade tortillas, but if you’re looking for store-bought low-carb options, there are plenty to choose from. Some of our favorites include Mr. Tortilla, La Tortilla Factory Low Carb Flour Tortillas, and Mission Carb Balance Tortillas. Any of these will work perfectly for your keto chicken enchiladas.
HOW TO MAKE LOW CARB WHITE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked chicken
- 2.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese
- 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:
- Cook the chicken using your preferred method—boil, bake, or use rotisserie chicken.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Shred the cooked chicken with a fork if needed, then place it in a bowl. Add 3/4 cup of shredded Monterey Jack (or Pepper Jack) cheese, garlic powder, and cream cheese. Mix everything until well combined.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter. Stir in the almond flour and taco seasoning, cooking for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the chicken broth until smooth. Add 1/2 cup of shredded cheese and cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens and becomes bubbly.
- Stir in the sour cream and diced green chilies. Be careful not to let the mixture boil. Remove from heat.
- Fill each tortilla with the chicken and cheese mixture, roll them up, and place them seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Pour the sauce evenly over the enchiladas, then top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 22 minutes, then broil on high for 3 minutes to brown the cheese.
Nutrition:
- Calories: 587 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Protein: 32g
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 27g
- Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g
- Monounsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 165mg
- Sodium: 1007mg
- Potassium: 370mg
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 4g
- Vitamin A: 1383 IU
- Vitamin C: 10mg
- Calcium: 524mg
- Iron: 2mg
WHAT TO SERVE WITH LOW CARB WHITE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
There are plenty of delicious side dishes you can serve with keto white chicken enchiladas. My go-tos are low-carb tortilla chips with homemade restaurant-style salsa, low-carb queso, or homemade guacamole. You could also pair them with a leafy green salad, Mexican cauliflower rice, or even cheese quesadillas made with low-carb tortillas. If you’re looking to elevate the meal and add a fun touch, try making a White Claw slushie, a sugar-free slushie, or a low-carb margarita for a fancy feel.
