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Keto Chicken Enchilada Skillet - Fast, Flavorful, and Low-Carb

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil (or olive oil)
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie or leftover chicken works great)
  • 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce (no sugar added)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth (low-sodium)
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream or 2 ounces cream cheese (softened) for richness
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a Mexican blend)
  • 1/4 cup sliced black olives (optional)
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
  • 1 avocado, sliced, for serving (optional)
  • Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt (keto-friendly), for serving
  • Low-carb tortillas or cauliflower rice, for serving (optional)

Method
 

  1. Sauté the aromatics: Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper. Cook 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Build the sauce: Pour in the tomato sauce and chicken broth. Add chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, and coriander if using. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
  3. Thicken and enrich: Reduce heat to medium-low. Stir in the heavy cream or cream cheese until smooth. Let the sauce simmer 3–4 minutes to thicken slightly.
  4. Add the chicken: Fold in the shredded chicken, coating it in the sauce. Simmer 3–5 minutes until heated through and flavors meld. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
  5. Add the cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the skillet. Cover with a lid and cook 2–3 minutes, just until the cheese melts and gets gooey. Top with black olives if using.
  6. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat. Shower with chopped cilantro. Serve as-is or with avocado slices and a dollop of sour cream. Pair with low-carb tortillas or spoon over cauliflower rice if you like.