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Low Carb Chicken Enchiladas


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  • Author: Chef Tasty
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Carb

Description

A delicious low-carb alternative to traditional enchiladas, filled with chicken and cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breast cooked and shredded
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 low carb tortillas
  • 1 cup low carb enchilada sauce
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large bowl combine shredded chicken, cottage cheese, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
  3. Spread half of the enchilada sauce over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  4. Lay one tortilla flat, spoon about 1/3 cup of the chicken mixture down the center, then roll up and place seam-side down in the baking dish. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  5. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas and sprinkle any leftover cheese on top.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until sauce is bubbling and cheese is melted.
  7. Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • These enchiladas can be made ahead of time and frozen before baking.
  • Top with additional cilantro and avocado for serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg