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The BEST Low Carb Chicken Enchiladas (Keto Friendly)

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

  • 6 La Tortilla Factory Large Whole Wheat Low Carb Tortillas
  • 12 Tbsp Enchilada Sauce
  • 1.5 lbs Cooked Chicken Breast Shredded or Diced.
  • 3 Cups Shredded Cheese Divided; Can Use Cheddar, Monterey Jack, Marble, or Tex Mex Shredded Cheese.
  • 1/2 Cup Black Beans Optional if not following a ketogenic diet.
  • 1 Cup Salsa
  • 3/4 Cup Pico De Gallo
  • 1/4 Cup Fresh Cilantro or Parsley Garnish

Equipment

  • 9 x 13" Baking Dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. While oven is preheating, assemble the enchiladas.
  3. To assemble the enchiladas, lay out the tortillas and spread approx. 2 tablespoons of enchilada sauce onto each tortilla. Evenly distribute the chicken and 1.5 cups of cheese onto each tortilla. Roll up the tortillas and place onto the greased baking dish.
    *Here you can add the black beans if adding this non keto option*
  4. Top the tortillas with 1 cup of salsa and remainder of cheese (1.5 cups).
  5. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until cheese is melted and tortillas are crispy.
  6. Remove enchiladas from oven and top with fresh pico de gallo and cilantro (or parsley if you don't like cilantro).
  7. Serve warm with a side of sour cream or guacamole.

Notes

Keto Friendly Nutrition Information: 
(12 Servings)
  • 210 Calories
  • 13.3g Carbohydrates
  • 6.9g Fiber 
  • 9.6g Fat
  • 27.6g Protein 
Net Carbs: 6.4g / Serving 
Low Carb (with optional Black Beans) Nutrition Information: 
(12 Servings)
  • 236 Calories
  • 18.2g Carbohydrates
  • 8.1g Fiber 
  • 9.6g Fat
  • 29.2g Protein 
Net Carbs: 10.1g / Serving 
These are great with a side of sour cream. I use approx. 2 tablespoons which will add 50 calories and 2g of net carbs. Enjoy!