🔥 Cheesy Low Carb Enchilada Bake 😋🙌
This cheesy low-carb enchilada bake is a high-protein, one-dish dinner that’s incredibly easy to make. Packed with bold Mexican flavors, tender chicken, and melty cheese, it’s perfect for busy nights and fits multiple lifestyle needs—from classic comfort food to keto and diabetic-friendly meals.
1️⃣ CLASSIC VERSION
Ingredients
- 3–4 cups shredded green cabbage
- 2 cups cooked grilled chicken, shredded
- 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
- 12 oz shredded Mexican cheese blend
- ¼ cup diced jalapeños & onions
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp paprika
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large baking dish, combine cabbage, chicken, enchilada sauce, seasonings, and half of the cheese.
- Mix well and spread evenly.
- Top with remaining cheese, jalapeños, and onions.
- Bake for 30 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Rest 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition (per serving – serves 4)
- Calories: ~460 kcal
- Protein: 42 g
- Fat: 30 g
- Carbs: 11 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Net Carbs: ~8 g
2️⃣ DIABETIC-FRIENDLY VERSION 🩺
Modifications
- Use no-sugar-added enchilada sauce
- Reduce cheese to 8 oz
- Add extra cabbage for fiber
Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded cabbage
- 2 cups grilled chicken breast
- 1 can no-sugar enchilada sauce
- 8 oz reduced-fat Mexican cheese
- ¼ cup diced jalapeños & onions
- Same seasonings as classic
Instructions
Follow the same steps as the classic version.
Nutrition (per serving – serves 4)
- Calories: ~360 kcal
- Protein: 44 g
- Fat: 20 g
- Carbs: 9 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Net Carbs: ~5 g
✔️ Lower fat
✔️ Blood-sugar friendly
✔️ High protein
3️⃣ KETO VERSION 🥑🔥
Modifications
- Full-fat cheese
- Homemade or keto enchilada sauce
- Add cream cheese for richness
Ingredients
- 3 cups shredded cabbage
- 2 cups chicken thighs or breast
- ¾ cup keto enchilada sauce
- 10 oz full-fat Mexican cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese (optional but amazing)
- ¼ cup jalapeños & onions
- Same seasonings
Instructions
- Mix cabbage, chicken, sauce, cream cheese, seasonings, and half the shredded cheese.
- Top with remaining cheese and veggies.
- Bake at 375°F for 30 minutes.
Nutrition (per serving – serves 4)
- Calories: ~520 kcal
- Protein: 40 g
- Fat: 38 g
- Carbs: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Net Carbs: ~4 g
✔️ Strict keto
✔️ High fat
✔️ Ultra filling
4️⃣ WEIGHT WATCHERS VERSION 💙
Modifications
- Fat-free or reduced-fat cheese
- Chicken breast only
- Light enchilada sauce
Ingredients
- 4 cups shredded cabbage
- 2 cups skinless chicken breast
- 1 cup light enchilada sauce
- ¾ cup fat-free Mexican cheese
- ¼ cup jalapeños & onions
- Same seasonings (no added oil)
Instructions
Same baking steps as classic.
Nutrition (per serving – serves 4)
- Calories: ~290 kcal
- Protein: 46 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Carbs: 10 g
- Fiber: 4 g
WW SmartPoints (approx.)
- Blue / Purple: 2–3 points
- Green: 4–5 points
🔥 Pro Tips
- Swap cabbage with shredded zucchini if you want softer texture
- Add cilantro or green onions after baking for freshness
- Great for meal prep—tastes even better next day!
