Best 2 Low Carb Zucchini Enchiladas Recipes

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LOW-CARB ZUCCHINI ENCHILADAS



Low-Carb Zucchini Enchiladas image

These enchiladas have a smoky depth of flavor and a lighter hit to the waistline, with zucchini wraps replacing tortillas. We actually like these better than traditional recipes; the edges crisp up nicely and the filling is so rich.

Provided by Angela Sackett Superhotmama

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon ancho chile powder
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 pounds cooked chicken breasts, shredded
1 ½ cups red enchilada sauce, divided
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese, divided
4 green onions, green and white parts chopped and separated
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
4 large zucchini, thinly sliced lengthwise
½ cup queso fresco, or more to taste
¼ cup sour cream
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute onion until softened, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Add chile powder, garlic, cumin, and sea salt; stir until combined. Add chicken and 1 cup enchilada sauce. Stir to combine and remove from heat. Let chicken mixture cool slightly.
  • Stir 1 cup Cheddar cheese, white parts of green onions, and 1/4 cup cilantro into the chicken mixture. Pour 1/4 cup enchilada sauce into the bottom of a 9x11-inch baking dish.
  • Slightly overlap 3 slices of zucchini on a cutting board. Top with a small mound of the chicken mixture. Roll up and place in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with remaining zucchini slices and chicken mixture. Spoon remaining 1/4 cup sauce over zucchini enchiladas. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup Cheddar cheese and queso fresco on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 30 minutes. Garnish with green parts of green onions, sour cream, and 2 tablespoons cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Cholesterol 157.9 mg, Fat 26.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 48.8 g, SaturatedFat 13.6 g, Sodium 619.1 mg, Sugar 4 g

CHICKEN ZUCCHINI ENCHILADAS



Chicken Zucchini Enchiladas image

A low-carb approach to enchiladas with zucchini tortillas.

Provided by bd.weld

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
½ teaspoon dried oregano
3 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 ⅓ cups green enchilada sauce, divided
1 (4 ounce) can chopped Hatch chile peppers, drained
4 large zucchini, halved lengthwise
1 cup shredded Cheddar-Monterey Jack cheese blend
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic, cumin, chili powder, and oregano. Stir until combined. Add shredded chicken, 1 cup enchilada sauce, and green chiles. Stir until well combined.
  • Slice zucchini into thin, wide sheets using a vegetable peeler or a mandoline. Lay out 3 zucchini slices, slightly overlapping, and place a spoonful of the chicken mixture on top. Roll up and transfer to a baking dish. Repeat with remaining zucchini and chicken mixture.
  • Spread remaining 1/3 cup enchilada sauce over zucchini enchiladas. Sprinkle with Cheddar-Jack cheese blend.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese has melted, about 20 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 466 calories, Carbohydrate 22.1 g, Cholesterol 118.2 mg, Fat 25.1 g, Fiber 6.4 g, Protein 41 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 623.6 mg, Sugar 7.8 g

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