These Keto White Chicken Enchiladas have a silky and cheesy texture. We prepare these enchiladas with shredded chicken, keto tortillas, Monterey Jack cheese, mozzarella cheese, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic, butter, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, chicken broth, and flavorful seasonings, then bake them until golden and bubbly. These enchiladas contain approximately 480 calories and 6 g of net carbs. These enchiladas take about 50 minutes to prepare. These Keto White Chicken Enchiladas are perfect for weeknight dinners, family meals, meal prep, potlucks, weekend gatherings, and holiday dinners. You can serve these enchiladas with Keto Caesar Salad, Garlic Butter Broccoli, Roasted Cauliflower, Avocado Cucumber Salad, or Guacamole.
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STATS:
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Course: Main Course
- Servings: 6
- Calories: 480 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Method: Oven
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Serving Size: 2 enchiladas
TOOLS:
- Baking dish
- Skillet
- Saucepan
- Bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spatula
- Cheese grater
- Knife
- Cutting board
INGREDIENTS:
CHICKEN FILLING:
- Three cups chicken
- Monterey Jack cheese, two cups
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- Sour cream, two tbsp.
- One tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp cilantro
- 8 keto tortillas
WHITE SAUCE:
- 3 tbsp. butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- Two tbsp. cream cheese
- Heavy cream, 1½ cups
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp xanthan gum
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp white pepper
- Salt
TOPPINGS:
- Monterey Jack cheese, one cup
- Half a cup of mozzarella cheese
- Chopped cilantro
- Sliced jalapeños
INGREDIENT NOTES & THEIR KETO SUBSTITUTIONS:
CHICKEN:
- We use shredded cooked chicken because it provides a tender texture and rich flavor. As a substitute, you can use rotisserie chicken or cooked chicken thighs.
KETO TORTILLAS:
- We utilize keto tortillas to keep the recipe low in carbs while maintaining the classic enchilada texture. Alternatively, you can use almond flour tortillas, cheese wraps, or egg wraps.
HEAVY CREAM:
- Heavy cream gives the white sauce a rich, creamy consistency. As a replacement, you can use full-fat coconut cream.
CREAM CHEESE:
- We use cream cheese to create a smooth, creamy filling and sauce. Instead, you can use mascarpone cheese.
MONTEREY JACK CHEESE:
- Monterey Jack cheese melts beautifully and adds a mild, creamy flavor. As a substitute, you can use mozzarella, cheddar, Colby Jack, or Pepper Jack.
CHICKEN BROTH:
- Chicken broth enhances the flavor while creating a silky sauce. As a substitute, you can use bone broth.
SOUR CREAM:
- Sour cream adds creaminess and a slight tangy flavor to the filling.
CILANTRO:
- Fresh cilantro provides a bright, fresh finish to the enchiladas. As a replacement, you can use fresh parsley.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Warm the oven to 375° Fahrenheit and gently coat a dish.
- Stir the cilantro, shredded chicken, pepper, cream cheese, salt, paprika, sour cream, cumin, Monterey Jack, onion powder, mozzarella, and garlic powder in a dish.
- Warm the butter and slowly cook the garlic in a saucepan for almost thirty seconds.
- Include the cream cheese and whisk till smooth.
- Gently stir in chicken broth and heavy cream.
- Whisk in the xanthan gum, Parmesan cheese, salt, garlic powder, white pepper, and onion powder.
- Cook till the sauce thickens.
- Distribute almost one-third cup of the chicken mixture on all the keto tortillas.
- Tightly roll and put in a dish.
- Spread the white sauce uniformly on the enchiladas.
- Garnish the surface with the leftover mozzarella and Monterey Jack cheese.
- Bake till becomes bubbly and hot, for almost thirty minutes.
- Broil to get a golden cheese topping, for almost three minutes.
- Allow to sit for almost five minutes and then garnish with jalapeños and cilantro.
TIPS:
- Heat the keto tortillas and then roll to avoid cracking.
- We utilize freshly grated cheese to get a perfect melting texture.
- Cool the enchiladas for some time and then serve.
- Include green chilies for additional flavor.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Spinach Salad
- Cabbage Slaw
- Garden Salad
VEGETABLES:
- Roasted Broccoli
- Garlic Butter Asparagus
- Sautéed Zucchini
- Roasted Cauliflower
- Green Beans
SIDE DISHES:
- Cauliflower Rice
- Cauliflower Mash
- Cheesy Cauliflower Bake
- Garlic Mushrooms
- Cheese Crisps
DIPS & TOPPINGS:
- Guacamole
- Sour Cream
- Salsa Verde
- Avocado Crema
- Pico de Gallo
DRINKS:
- Unsweetened Iced Tea
- Sparkling Water
- Keto Lemonade
- Cucumber Mint Water
- Black Coffee
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Store these enchiladas for four days in a covered box.
FREEZER:
- Store the unbaked or baked enchiladas for more than 70 to 90 days.
FAQs:
May we prepare these enchiladas earlier?
- It is possible to prepare these enchiladas 24 hours beforehand, refrigerate them, & then bake them.
Which are the perfect keto tortillas?
- You can use cheese wraps and almond flour tortillas.
Will we prepare these enchiladas spicier?
- Yes, you can use Pepper Jack cheese, cayenne pepper, jalapeños, or hot sauce.
Could we freeze the remaining?
- Yes, you can freeze the leftovers perfectly for approximately three months.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 480 kcal
Protein: 34 g
Fat: 35 g
Total Carbs: 13 g
Fiber: 7 g
Net Carbs: 6 g
Sugar: 3 g
Sodium: 780 mg
Portion Size: 2 enchiladas