Keto Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole

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Are you looking for a new way to bring health into your meals? The Keto Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole is an easy and delicious way to do just that. Packed with nutritious ingredients like shredded chicken, bell peppers, sour cream, green chiles, and your favorite enchilada sauce, it will satisfy your taste buds and healthy eating goals.

In this article, you'll learn how to shop for the healthiest ingredients, as well as simple tips for intention setting to help you get the most out of your healthy meal. So let's dive in and get started on this fantastic Keto Sour Cream Chicken Enchilada Casserole recipe!

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What makes our Keto Enchiladas recipe unique?

If you are craving traditional enchiladas without all of the extra carbs, you are going to love our low carb version with our sour cream chicken enchiladas recipe. In fact, the entire family will be asking for it week after week.

Our family loves Mexican food, so we frequently seek to develop Mexican-inspired recipes that align with our healthy eating lifestyle without compromising on flavor. If you would like more Mexican flavors with all the low carb benefits, try our Keto Chicken Taco Soup or Keto Chicken Fajita Casserole.

Traditionally, an enchilada recipe calls for corn tortillas. There are low carb tortillas out there that can be used that may align with a low carb or keto diet, but commercial tortillas often come with hidden ingredients like preservatives and chemical stabilizers which are contrary to a clean eating diet and lifestyle and cause health problems in the long run.

Our go-to low carb swap for situations like these is none other than the versatile and delicious cauliflower.

You heard that right! Our keto enchilada casserole starts with roasted cauliflower topped with creamy enchilada sauce mixed with peppers, onions, green chilies, chicken, and cheese.

This easy dinner recipe has all the delicious flavors of enchiladas with a low amount of net carbs creating a win-win for the whole family! For a different flavor, try our new Keto Chicken Alfredo Recipe, Keto Bacon Ranch Chicken and Rice Casserole, or Keto Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole!

To get started on clean keto and check out a free sample weekly meal plan, our clean keto guide is here!

Setting Intentions

Before we get started making or developing a new meal or recipe, we like to take the time to set positive intentions for our creations.

Setting intentions helps to direct the energy and focus of the task at hand and asks your cells to align with your intentions and desires.

It is a conscious living technique that taps directly into the subconscious to program for success! You will be amazed at the results you manifest with this simple technique. Read more about setting intentions here.

Take in a few deep cleansing breaths and think about what your intentions are for creating this meal. Consider your wellness goals and desires for the creation and enjoyment processes. Each intention and/or affirmation you choose will be unique to you. Here are some examples of intentions:

*It is my intention to have an easy time finding just the right ingredients I need at prices I can afford.

*Creating this meal will be simple and fun with an easy clean-up process.

*Everyone will benefit from this healthy and delicious meal.

*I feel my body getting healthier and stronger with every bite I take.

*My blood pressure remains in healthy ranges.

*I am releasing excess weight each day and I feel fantastic.

When you have finished setting your intentions, seal them with gratitude for the process and the outcome that is just ahead.

Grab your shopping list and get ready to head to the grocery store for this delicious recipe.

Ingredients

dark wood table with grey backdrop has one large black bowl with red interior holding raw cauliflower florets and a sprig of cilantro. Surrounding in a circle is rippled white ramekins with (clockwise starting at the bottom) Shredded cheese, chopped green bell peppers, sour cream, chopped red onions, a whote tomato and a whole avocado at the top left, the top right has a packet of Siete mild taco seasoning, a jar of siete red enchilada sauce with a small can of hatch green chilies set on top of it, and a small container of Fage 5% yogurt, another whole tomato, a ramekin with shredded chicken on the left and a ramekin of red bell peppers chopped at the bottom right

Shredded Chicken- You can get an organic cooked rotisserie chicken from Whole Foods or sometimes Sprouts which makes this step a bit easier. Simply pull the chicken and shred. Grabbing an organic chicken breast or chicken thighs package from the grocery store and cooking it in the instant pot or slow cooker before shredding is another option. (Be sure to save the chicken broth that it makes for your next recipe!)

The type of chicken matters less than the quality. It is important to choose organic meat because conventionally raised chickens are raised in unsanitary and inhumane conditions which causes stress hormones to overload in the chickens' system which translates to the quality of the meat.

Not to mention the diet fed to the chickens is important which is why we opt for organic and free-range chicken and eggs! It makes all the difference in quality and nutrients within the food. We are not only affected by what we eat but what we eat eats!

Sour Cream- Opt for natural/organic sour cream. You may also easily swap for plain greek yogurt as well. Be sure to check ingredients for only simple whole-food ingredients without chemicals or preservatives that wreak havoc on the gut.

Taco Seasoning- Choose o rganic taco seasoning or create homemade taco seasoning from organic and unprocessed spices. For convenience, we love the Siete brand mild taco seasoning.

Red Enchilada Sauce- Always search for organic and unprocessed if you are purchasing jarred or packaged products in order to avoid unnecessary and harmful ingredients. We like Siete brand red enchilada sauce for our low carb enchiladas recipe!

*Ghee-Ghee is the most stable cooking oil. It is clarified butter, which goes through a safe process that removes the milk solids that contain the bulk concentration of lactose and casein. Plus it has a high concentration of Omega-3 which helps support a healthy heart and brain.

Red Onion

Green and Red Bell Peppers- Opt for organic peppers to avoid the waxy pesticides that stick to the outside of the peppers

Cheddar Cheese or Pepper Jack Cheese- Organic is best. It's also best to buy the cheese by the block and shred it yourself to avoid hidden starches in pre-shredded cheese which can affect carbohydrate intake.

Hatch Green Chilies

Organic Cilantro

Full Fat 5% Fage Yogurt- This full fat yogurt mimics the consistency of cream cheese with all of the health benefits of yogurt. It has a high protein and b12 content that is much more beneficial than the high-fat cream cheese alternatives and it tastes great too!

Cauliflower- Organic is best!

Avocado oil- Avocado oil has a high smoke point, but in a pinch, Extra Virgin Olive Oil will work.

Garlic Powder(Organic)

Onion Powder(Organic)

Black Pepper

*Pink Himalayan Salt- This is our favorite salt with a full profile of essential minerals the body needs without all of the extreme processing and extra chemicals added to commercial table salt.

Optional toppings:

*Avocado

*Tomatoes (organic is best)

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Instructions

roasted cauliflower on parchment paper seasonmed with pepper

Roast seasoned Cauliflower Florets

A grey with white speckled saute pan with a light tan handle pointing left with chopped red onions and green and red bell peppers ready to saute on top of melted ghee with a light wooden spoon in it

Saute onions peppers and garlic

a large clear bowl with a light wooden spoon mixing chicken peppers and onions together with cheese, white sauce and spices

Mix shredded chicken, half of the cheese, Fage yogurt, sour cream, green chilies, and taco seasoning. Stir to combine.

Add sautéed vegetables and stir again.

Close up of the red Staub casserole dish with white interior holding the casserole mix topped with red sauce and sprinkled cheese on top, ready to go in the oven

Top with a layer of enchilada sauce followed by a layer of cheese.

Place in the oven at 400 degrees for 15 minutes or until cheese is lightly golden brown

A red Staub casserole dish with a white interior holds enchilada casserole chicken and peppers mixture in white sauce on top of a layer of cauliflower ready for the next step

In a large baking dish, place an even layer of roasted cauliflower florets and pour the chicken mixture over the cauliflower.

A red Staub casserole dish with a white interior with baked Keto Chicken Enchilada with red sauce and melted shredded cheese on top. a black spatula is digging in to dish out a serving. a llight colored background and black stove burner in the background

Remove from oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes. Serve with cilantro, chopped tomatoes and avocados. Enjoy!

Hint: Be sure not to overfill the casserole dish so it does not overflow when baking in the oven. If there is any leftover chicken mixture, save it in the fridge for another day or split it into two casserole dishes!

Variations and Substitutions

For a Vegetarian meal, simply omit the chicken. Feel free to add tempeh or jackfruit in its place for texture or protein. You can also add extra peppers or other vegetables like black olives if you prefer.

For extra spicy keto enchiladas, add 1-2 diced and cored jalapenos with the peppers. You can also add a teaspoon chili powder to the taco seasoning for an extra kick!

Sour Cream can be swapped out for greek yogurt and Fage 5% yogurt can be swapped for organic cream cheese if desired.

Cauliflower can be replaced with corn tortillas if you aren't worried about the carbs, or a low-carb tortilla brand that you trust.

Equipment

Sheet Pan

USA Pan Bakeware Half Sheet...Shop on Amazon

Baking Mat

MMmat Silicone Baking Sheet...Shop on Amazon

Large Skillet

CAROTE Nonstick Frying Pan ...Shop on Amazon

Wooden Spoon

Zulay Kitchen 6-Piece Woode...Shop on Amazon

Casserole Dish

Staub Ceramic Baking Dish S...Shop on Amazon

Tupperware container

Rubbermaid Brilliance Glass...Shop on Amazon

Chef's Knife

HENCKELS Classic Razor-Shar...Shop on Amazon

Cutting Board

GREENER CHEF Organic Bamboo...Shop on Amazon

Large Mixing Bowl

Pyrex Prepware 4-Quart Rimm...Shop on Amazon

Storage

Save any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.

Top tip

Time-saving tips: Chop your veggies and shred your chicken while the cauliflower is roasting. When you have about 5 minutes left on the oven timer, heat the ghee in the skillet and begin to saute the vegetables.

FAQ

Is sour cream ok for keto?

Sour Cream is low in net carbs and high in fat which makes it an acceptable ingredient in low-carb and keto diets.

What can I substitute for sour cream in enchiladas?

Plain Greek Yogurt, coconut yogurt, or cottage cheese all work well in place of sour cream as far as consistency and the creamy flavor sour cream offers.

Can I skip sour cream in a recipe?

Sour cream provides the creamy texture and flavor in this enchilada recipe. it can be replaced with greek or coconut yogurt or cottage cheese. Without the sour cream, it will likely still work with a little extra cheese, just produce a different flavor.

Looking for other recipes like this? Try these:

BEST Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Chicken Taco Soup (Low Carb and Keto)

Healthy Cheesy Taco Skillet (Quick and Easy!)

Wild-caught pollock with Parmesan Crust (Keto, Low-carb)

Keto BBQ Chicken Casserole

Pairing

A simple spinach salad with avocado tomato and sprinkled with hemp seeds is a delicious and perfect side to this Enchilada Casserole.

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Final Thoughts

Did you love this keto sour cream enchilada casserole as much as we did? Let us know how it went in the comments below! Don't forget to tag us on social, we'd love to see your creations! @Mindfullyhealthymama on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube and @mindfullyhealthyliving on Facebook. Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest and greatest healthy recipes straight to your inbox! Thanks for stopping in!

Be well,

Natalie