My original Keto Green Chicken Enchilada Cauliflower Casserole is still one of the most popular Keto chicken recipes on IBIH! Super easy to throw together, this tasty keto cauliflower casserole is destined to become a family favorite!
As a long-term ketoer, low carb cauliflower casseroles are my everything. Recently I posted the Keto Cauliflower alla Vodka Casserole and it was an instant hit, so I’m guessing you guys are big fans too!
What I love about a Keto cauliflower casserole is it’s versatility. A heap of cooked cauliflower is like a blank canvas on which almost any flavors can be thrown with great results.
Especially if there is CHEEEESE involved.
Case and point – Jalapeno Popper Cauliflower Casserole?? Done it. Spinach and Artichoke Dip Cauliflower Casserole?? YASSSSS! Even low carb Pepperoni Pizza Cauliflower Casserole – still one of my most popular recipes here on IBIH.
Meanwhile, this keto Green Chicken Enchilada inspired recipe is my new favorite low carb cauliflower casserole – and I don’t make that statement lightly. Many of the keto recipes here on IBIH I’ve made and posted and never made again, because as delicious as they might be, I’m just fickle like that.
This keto Green Chicken Enchilada Cauliflower Casserole recipe I have already made 6 times. In only 3 weeks. I’m obsessed with it. Nay, addicted to it. It’s a long term relationship we’ve got going here – and I’m all in.
Once you taste it for yourself, you’ll know why.
The flavors and textures are out of this world, but what I also love about it is HOW STINKING EASY IT IS.
To really make this Keto Green Chicken Enchilada Casserole fast, I use frozen cauliflower florets and pick up a rotisserie chicken on my way home – it takes five minutes to bone and shred the chicken while the cauliflower is cooking – and then you just have to chop your cilantro and shred the cheese.
Once that’s done you can literally throw everything in one dish, stir it up, and bake or microwave it until it’s all hot and bubbly and…OM NOM NOM!
It’s so good that I burn my mouth EVERY TIME because I eat it wayyy too hot and the melty, cheesy, deliciousness bites me back on the way down. It’s totally worth it. I AIN’T EVEN MAD.
I could never be mad at you delicious gooey cauliflower casserole…
Sorry, I forgot we had company…
ANYWAY. It’s cheesy people – and it’s got chunks of tender chicken mixed into the softened cauliflower, a creamy and tangy sauce with a little heat to it, and did I mention the CHEESE?
#somuchcheese
It also reheats like a dream and is just as good if not better leftover! I really can’t say enough about how good this keto green chicken enchilada cauliflower casserole recipe is.
I’m not kidding – I could go on and on…
Instead I’m going to let the photos do the talking, and wrap this up and get it posted so that YOU can make it and see for yourself how utterly addicting this keto green chicken enchilada cauliflower casserole is.
Be sure to make it and report back ASAP to let us know what you thought! You can also tag me with photos of your results @ibreatheimhungry on Instagram!
Keto Green Chicken Enchilada Cauliflower Casserole Video
Green Chicken Enchilada Cauliflower Casserole – Low Carb
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 generous one cup servings 1x
- Diet: Diabetic
Description
A delicious keto cheesy green chicken enchilada cauliflower casserole that is to die for! Super easy to throw together it’s also low carb, keto, and gluten free!
Ingredients
- 20 oz frozen cauliflower florets (about 4 cups)
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup Salsa Verde
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Put your cauliflower in a microwave safe dish and cook for 10-12 minutes or until fork tender.
- Add the cream cheese and microwave for another 30 seconds. Stir.
- Add the chicken, salsa verde, salt, pepper, cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cilantro. Stir.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375 degrees (F) in an ovenproof casserole dish for 20 minutes.
- OR you could microwave on high for 10 minutes.
- Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: keto Cauliflower Casserole
- Method: microwave
- Cuisine: Mexican American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 311
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 4g net
- Protein: 33g
Reg says
I can’t help but wonder….could I put UNcooked cauliflower and UNcooked chicken in this dish, add the salsa verde and bake it til done? then add the sour cream and cheese?
Peter says
We used riced cauliflower instead of florets and did not use the cilantro. I also added some garlic powder and cajun seasoning to the cauliflower before mixing everything else in. Used a pressure cooker for the chicken breasts and shredded them. Everyone in the family loved it – that’s a rarity with my low-carb cooking. Next time I’ll double this so we’ll have more in the way of leftovers.
Thanks for sharing an easy recipe that tastes so much like a traditional sour cream enchilada. I was looking for something easy, tasty, and without too many special ingredients that would satisfy a young one’s craving for enchiladas. This worked perfectly, though I had to cut her off because they were _so_ tasty. :)
Kathy Parrish says
Super yummy! I think I may have done you one better in the “I can’t wait to eat it” department. Since it’s a hot summer day, I figured “everything is already cooked–who needs to bake it?” and ate it right out of the bowl!
Mellissa Sevigny says
Ha ha – good call! ??
Tanya says
I love this recipe. I cook low carb for my husband and this is currently my favorite. We don’t like cilantro so I just leave that out. I like to sprinkle a bit more cheese on top also. It’s amazing. Thank you!
kelly mac says
I have made this before and loved it! Today, I used Riced cauliflower and red enchilada sauce for a little change. Another winner…. thanks for the ongoing LCHF inspiration !!
Kelly Roy says
I made this last night and it was heavenly. The green chili was very subtle; I could’ve handled a little bit more and may add a little bit more next time. Either way, it was creamy and delicious. Portions were a little small, so I divided the recipe into 5 servings instead. Great for packing in my lunchbox for the week to reheat at work. Thanks for the excellent recipe!
Lisa says
This was fabulous!! Stirred up the steamed, microwaved cauliflower with the cream cheese until it was almost smooth because I don’t like the lumps of cauliflower and it was perfect! Will make this again and again!
JZ says
Can this be made in a crock pot? Im.looking for a low carb potluck recipe.
Casey says
I have done th is in a crockpot with riced cauliflower. Just have to watch the cook time and not over cook the cauliflour. Worked great for our potluck. Major got for me
Pam Caldwell says
We love this recipe at our house. I saute red pepper, red onion, garlic and jalapeno in olive oil with cumin in it before cooking the chicken along with the mixture. I use riced cauliflower from Trader Joe’s and follow the directions in the recipe. This is one of the best keto recipes!
Melissa says
Our family go-to dinner or make ahead then potion and take for lunches! Amazing!