15g Low-Carb Enchiladas Suizas Recipe

Love Enchiladas but hate the carb crash? Watch how we make creamy Enchiladas Suizas with only 15g of carbs! Healthy, diabetes-friendly, and tastes like a cheat meal.

Ingredients

• Protein: 2-3 large chicken breasts (boiled and shredded).
• The Sauce (Salsa Verde):
  • 1 Poblano pepper (charred and peeled).
  • 4-5 Jalapeños (boiled).
  • 6-8 Tomatillos (boiled until color changes).
  • 1/2 White onion.
  • 2 Garlic cloves.
  • Handful of Fresh cilantro.
  • 1/2 cup Crema Mexicana (or sour cream).
  • 1 tsp Chicken bouillon.
  • 1/2 cup Water (adjust for consistency).
• The Rest:
  • Low-carb corn tortillas (e.g., A La Madre brand).
  • Shredded Monterey Jack or Mozzarella cheese.
  • Cooking oil (High-oleic safflower or olive oil).

Instructions

1. Prep the Chicken: Boil your chicken until tender, then shred it. (Pro-tip: A hand mixer or stand mixer makes shredding effortless!)
2. Char the Poblano: Roast the poblano pepper over an open flame until the skin is charred. Place it in a plastic bag to “sweat” for 5 minutes, then scrape off the burnt skin and remove the seeds.
3. Boil the Veggies: Boil jalapeños until they change color, then add tomatillos. Remove them as soon as they turn a dull green (don’t overcook, or they’ll get bitter!).
4. Blend the Sauce: In a blender, combine the boiled jalapeños, tomatillos, charred poblano, onion, garlic, cilantro, crema, chicken bouillon, and water. Blend until smooth.
5. Cook the Sauce: Heat a little oil in a pan, pour in the green sauce, and simmer until it thickens slightly. Set aside.
6. Prep Tortillas: Lightly fry your low-carb tortillas in a pan with a little oil for a few seconds per side. This makes them pliable and prevents them from breaking.
7. Assemble:
   • Lay a tortilla flat, add a handful of cheese and shredded chicken.
   • Roll them tightly and place them in a pan with a layer of sauce at the bottom.
8. Final Simmer: Pour the remaining sauce over the rolls and top with a generous amount of cheese. Cover the pan and cook on low heat until the cheese is perfectly melted and gooey.
9. Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro and enjoy!

Nutritional Estimate (Per Serving of 3)