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Low Carb White Chicken Enchiladas: Creamy, Cheesy, and Keto-Friendly

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken: 3 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works great)
  • Low-carb tortillas: 8 small (street-size) or 6 medium
  • Cheese: 2 cups shredded Mexican blend or Monterey Jack, divided
  • Butter: 3 tablespoons
  • Almond flour: 2 tablespoons (or coconut flour, 1 tablespoon)
  • Chicken broth: 1 cup (low-sodium)
  • Heavy cream: 1 cup
  • Greek yogurt or sour cream: 1/2 cup (full-fat for keto)
  • Green chiles: 1 (4-ounce) can, diced and drained
  • Onion: 1/2 small, finely diced
  • Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
  • Spices: 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Fresh cilantro: 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional)
  • Salt and pepper: To taste
  • Olive oil: 1 tablespoon
  • Lime: 1, cut into wedges for serving (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Warm a skillet over medium heat. Add olive oil and sauté the onion for 3–4 minutes until soft. Stir in garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add butter to the skillet. Once melted, sprinkle in almond flour and whisk for 30 seconds to make a light roux.
  • Slowly whisk in chicken broth until smooth. Stir in heavy cream, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Simmer 2–3 minutes to thicken slightly.
  • Turn off the heat. Whisk in Greek yogurt or sour cream until the sauce is silky. Stir in green chiles. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • In a bowl, combine shredded chicken with 1 cup of cheese and 1/2 cup of the warm sauce. Mix until coated but not soggy.
  • Soften tortillas if needed (10–15 seconds in the microwave under a damp paper towel). Divide the chicken mixture evenly among tortillas. Roll and place seam-side down in the baking dish.
  • Pour the remaining sauce over the enchiladas, covering evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese on top.
  • Bake for 18–22 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the edges are bubbling. For a golden top, broil 1–2 minutes at the end, watching closely.
  • Rest 5 minutes. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges if you like.