Low Carb Enchilada Casserole

Satisfy your Mexican food cravings without the carbs with this irresistibly cheesy Low Carb Enchilada Casserole! Packed with bold flavors, this hearty dish layers seasoned ground beef, tangy diced tomatoes, colorful bell peppers, and creamy cheddar cheese between low-carb tortillas for a guilt-free comfort food experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this casserole is ready in just an hour and serves up six satisfying portions. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, it’s a family-friendly recipe that's as delicious as it is simple to make. Ideal for keto and low-carb lifestyles, this gluten-free enchilada casserole brings all the spice and none of the guilt!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 2 medium Bell peppers, chopped (red and green)
• 4 ounces Canned green chilies
• 14.5 ounces Canned diced tomatoes
• 2 teaspoons Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 6 sheets Low-carb tortillas
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and onion, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. This should take around 10 minutes.

Step 4

Add the bell peppers to the beef mixture and cook for another 5 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Stir in the canned green chilies, diced tomatoes, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors are well combined.

Step 6

Remove the skillet from heat and set aside.

Step 7

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish. Lay 2 low-carb tortillas at the bottom of the dish, making sure they cover the entire base.

Step 8

Spread one-third of the beef mixture over the tortillas, followed by a layer of one-third of the shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 9

Repeat the layers two more times: tortillas, beef mixture, and cheese, ending with a layer of cheese on top.

Step 10

Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 11

Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.

Step 12

Sprinkle the chopped cilantro on top of the casserole before serving. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1801.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2778.3

Total Fat 193.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 88.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g
Cholesterol 551.4mg	0%
Sodium 5952.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 146.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 78.8g	0%
Total Sugars 31.9g
Protein 171.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2482.5mg	0%
Iron 21.2mg	0%
Potassium 3261.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.8%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 19.4%