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
Stephanie says
This is so good! OMG, delicious. I love enchiladas and honestly never really a fan when made with tortillas because I don’t like them soggy and they don’t reheat well. Usually I make a rice enchilada casserole. This was delicious and the perfect substitute for rice. Thank you!
Andrew says
Made this for dinner last night. I loved it, but my husband hated it. He can’t stand the taste of cauliflower, and it was very noticeable in this dish. Took it for lunch today and one of my coworkers had a bite, she thought it was incredible.
If I make it again, maybe I’ll double the salsa verde and the cheese, and substitute pepper jack for the Mexican blend I used.
Rachelle says
I am officially hooked! I did a few modifications: fresh vs. frozen cauliflower; greek yogurt instead of sour cream and and green enchilada sauce
thanks for sharing – new home favorite
Michell says
I’d been eyeballing this recipe for a while. There is currently a ban on cauliflower in my home after the great “faux mashed potato” incident of fall 2015. But I couldnt pass this recipe up. I made it, stealthily snuck that head of cauliflower into the steamer and quietly mixed it in with the other ingredients. I held my breath watching everyone poke and prod at their plates before slowly taking tiny bites. You never know what I might sneak into your food ;)
My family gave this a double thumbs up and the cauliflower ban is lifted only for THIS dish. That’s how freaking good this is.
Going to have to check
Out some of your other cauliflower casserole recipes….shhhhhh don’t tell my kids or husband.
Leanne says
Do you think I could substitute neutachefel cheese for the cream cheese? I don’t normally eat low carb, just health conscious in general, and this looks delicious! I plan to double it and have a hard time using so much cream cheese.
Mellissa Sevigny says
Yes!
Laura says
Thank you for this wonderful recipe. I am pretty new to keto and this was such an amazing meal. Can’t wait to try more of your recipes :)
Jo says
Winner winner chicken dinner! I wanted a bit of crunch, so I held back a bit of the cheese and mixed it with a bit of ghee and almond flour which makes a yummy crunch topping.
Angela says
Sooo good. This is an incredible recipe. I could seriously eat the whole dish myself. Can’t wait to try making this using other types of veggies! Thank you!
Evelina says
Thanks for a great recipe! I modified it a bit but it still turned out great! I added pasta to it, condensed cheddar cheese soup instead of fresh cheddar and lots of mozzarella. I don’t think there’s any way to mess this one up. Definitely in my monthly rotation
bobbie says
FIrst rate and easy into the oven. I can see taking this to a potluck as well. I added diced hatch chilis. I also didn’t have the 4 c. cauliflower the recipe called for – my one head of cauliflower wasn’t enough: I should have bought 2. In any case, DELICIOUS! Thank you! I’ll be on your site again for more wonderful recipes!