Description
Mexican-inspired low-carb chicken enchiladas deliver a perfect balance of spicy and savory flavors. Cheesy, zesty tortillas wrapped around tender chicken create a satisfying meal you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 2.5 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded or chopped
- 1 cup Mexican cheese blend, finely shredded
Seasonings and Additions:
- 1.5 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 can (4 ounces / 113 grams) diced green chilis
- Salt, to taste
Binding and Wrapping:
- 0.75 cup low-fat (2% milkfat) cottage cheese
- 6 low-carb tortillas
- 0.75 cup enchilada sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spread a thin layer of enchilada sauce across the bottom to prevent drying and enhance flavor.
- In a large bowl, blend shredded rotisserie chicken, cottage cheese, green chilis, and taco seasoning. Mix thoroughly, ensuring even distribution of ingredients. Adjust seasoning with salt to taste.
- Arrange low-carb tortillas on a clean surface. Distribute chicken mixture evenly down the center of each tortilla. Sprinkle Mexican cheese over the filling.
- Carefully roll each tortilla, tucking sides if possible. Position rolled enchiladas seam-side down in the prepared baking dish, creating a single layer.
- Pour remaining enchilada sauce over the rolled tortillas, ensuring complete coverage. Generously top with additional Mexican cheese for a melty finish.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 15 minutes. Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 10 minutes until cheese turns golden and bubbly.
- Allow enchiladas to rest for 5 minutes after removing from oven. Serve with optional garnishes like fresh cilantro, diced avocado, Greek yogurt, or a lime wedge for added freshness.
Notes
- Use high-quality low-carb tortillas that won’t break during rolling, ensuring a smooth enchilada assembly process.
- Swap cottage cheese with Greek yogurt or ricotta for different protein and texture variations while maintaining low-carb profile.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting green chili quantity or incorporating jalapeños for spice enthusiasts.
- Prepare extra filling to repurpose as a protein-packed salad topping or stuffing for bell peppers, maximizing ingredient versatility.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg