Baked Enchilada Chicken

If you loved this delicious chicken enchilada casserole then you are going to love these low carb version. I just couldn’t get the cravings out of my head for a delicious enchilada recipe. This is how this super easy and super delicious Baked Enchilada Chicken was born.

We love Mexican Food and enchilada are perfect to feed my large family. Check out this Easy Cheese Enchilada Recipe or Green Chili Chicken Enchiladas for another family favorite recipe. You can easily make these recipe low carb by substituting the tortilla or making it without.

Why This Recipe Works

This baked enchilada chicken recipe makes being on a low cab diet easy because how delicious it turns out. This chicken cooks tender, juicy and with the best flavor.

The best part is my kids loved it and did not miss the tortillas. This recipe is perfect for an easy weeknight meal and is made with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

• Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts – You can also use chicken thighs
• Green Chili Enchilada Sauce -You can also make Homemade Enchilada Sauce Recipe
• Chili Powder – If you are out check out The Best Chili Powder Substitute
• Garlic Salt – Check out these Garlic Salt Substitute
• Monterey Jack Cheese – Feel free to use cheddar cheese or any cheese that you prefer.

Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe and ingredients in the recipe card.

Variations Ideas

• Shredded Chicken – You can easily shred the chicken and wrap in flour tortilla or corn tortillas.
• Veggies – Top the chicken with vegetables such as bell peppers and onions for a delicious variation.
• Salsa Verde – This chicken would be delicious topped with Quick Homemade Salsa Verde Recipe for added flavor.

How to Make Low Carb Baked Enchilada Chicken

Step 1 – First preheat oven at 375 degrees Fahrenheit.  Then spray a 9×13 baking dish with non stick spray (this will make clean up easier).  Next place the chicken in the bottom of the pan.

Step 2 – Then season the chicken with the garlic salt and chili powder. 

Step 3 – Next pour the can of Green chili enchilada sauce over the chicken.

Step 4 – Then bake the chicken at 375 degrees for 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.  Finally top the chicken with the shredded jack cheeses and broil for a minute until cheese is melted.

Expert Tips

• Prepare Chicken – Before baking the chicken, make sure the chicken is about the same size and thickness. This ensures that the chicken cooks evenly.
• Cooking Time – Baking time will vary depending on the size of your chicken and your oven. Make sure to use a meat thermometer to ensure that your chicken is cooked to internal temperature of 165 degrees.

Serving Suggestions

Serve with your favorite sides including our Spanish rice or our homemade refried beans or black beans.  Of course, only serve with these sides if you are not following a low carb or keto diet.

To be honest, our favorite way to enjoy this dinner is served over our Brown Rice Pressure Cooker Recipe and with my easy broccoli in the microwave.

The kids love to take the extra sauce and cheese and spoon it over the broccoli and rice. I’m telling you, this recipe is delicious and I know your family will love it. Try it tonight and let me know what you think.

Enchilada Topping Ideas

You can really change up the flavor of this baked chicken recipe just with the toppings that you choose.

Here are some of my favorites:

• Sour Cream
• Cilantro
• Avocado
• Green Chiles
• Tomatoes
• Red Onions

I love prepping a bunch of different topping options so everyone can pick their own.