Description
Low-Carb Chicken Enchiladas offer a delicious and healthier twist on the traditional Mexican favorite. Packed with flavor and protein, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining guests. Using rotisserie chicken, low-carb tortillas, and a creamy cottage cheese filling, these enchiladas are not only quick to prepare but also satisfying for the whole family. Topped with melted cheese and your choice of fresh garnishes, they will quickly become a go-to recipe in your kitchen. Enjoy the rich flavors you love while keeping your carb intake in check.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2½ cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- ¾ cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilis
- 1½ tablespoons taco seasoning
- 6 low-carb tortillas
- ¾ cup enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spread ½ cup enchilada sauce evenly on the bottom.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chicken, cottage cheese, green chilis, taco seasoning, and salt; mix well.
- Place about ½ cup filling in each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese, then roll tightly and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
- Drizzle remaining sauce over enchiladas and top with remaining cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes; remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until golden.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada (approximately 175g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Feel free to adjust spice levels by using mild or hot green chilis. Experiment with toppings like avocado or Greek yogurt for added creaminess.