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Keto Enchilada Casserole Recipe

Keto Enchilada Casserole recipe
Kasey Trenum

This keto chicken enchilada casserole is so simple and delicious! It's the perfect easy low-carb twist on a Mexican favorite in an easy casserole dish.

Ingredients

3 TB butter
1 TB chili powder
1 tsp cumin
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
¼ tsp oregano
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
Dash of cinnamon
Dash of cayenne
2 TB tomato paste
2 cups chicken broth
1 tsp vinegar
Enchilada Sauce (made using the recipe above)
1 1/2 cups of shredded chicken (cooked in the crockpot or a rotisserie chicken
3 oz white cheddar cheese
3 oz sharp cheddar cheese
1 can green chilis
Fresh cilantro (or parsley for garnish)
Optional Toppings: sour cream (cilantro, jalapenos, lime)

Method

1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Grease an 8 X 8 casserole dish
2
In a skillet, melt the butter then add the spices and saute on low for 2 min.
3
Add the rest of the ingredients and bring to a boil on medium to high heat. Boil for 8-12 minutes or until the sauce reduces by approx half and begins to thicken.
4
Add the shredded chicken, 1/2 cup of the cheeses (mixed), and can of green chilis to the skillet. Pour the mixture into a casserole dish.
5
Top with the rest of the cheese and bake for 10-15 min or until the chicken mixture is bubbly and the cheese is melted on top.