Description
Chicken Enchilada with Cauliflower Rice Bowls are a healthy, low-carb twist on traditional enchiladas, combining seasoned shredded chicken, cauliflower rice, enchilada sauce, cheese, and fresh toppings for a flavorful, nutritious meal.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup enchilada sauce
- 1 medium cauliflower head (or 1 package pre-riced cauliflower)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup enchilada sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup diced red onion
- 1 avocado, sliced
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt, for serving (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture over the chicken breasts.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through (165°F).
- Remove chicken from skillet, let rest for a few minutes, then shred with two forks.
- Toss shredded chicken with ½ cup enchilada sauce until well coated. Set aside.
- If using whole cauliflower, remove leaves and stem, chop florets, and pulse in a food processor until rice-sized. If using pre-riced, skip this step.
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add riced cauliflower, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until tender.
- Divide cauliflower rice into four bowls. Top with shredded chicken, additional enchilada sauce, cheddar cheese, diced red onion, and sliced avocado.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve with sour cream or Greek yogurt and lime wedges if desired.
Notes
- Use pre-riced cauliflower to save time.
- Adjust spices to control heat level.
- Use dairy-free cheese and yogurt for a dairy-free version.
- Great for meal prep; store components separately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
