Okay, okay. I know that Chicken With Green Chiles is not the world’s most exciting recipe. But that was the point really. You see, I wanted the blog post to reflect in writing what we’re all thinking when we see this recipe on the show โ “Is that it?” Well, if you want to make your chili extra spicy (and delicious) don’t miss these two additional ingredients: a can of whole green chiles and a half cup of diced fresh tomatoes.
Low Carb โ Keto Green Chile Chicken
Are you looking for a quick, easy low carb recipe that is LOADED with flavor? Keto Green Chile Chicken is your answer. A DELICIOUS dinner with less than 10 ingredients and one dish for quick prep and easy cleanup.
This fun Southwestern flavor inspired casserole is packed with flavor and sure to please your pickiest eaters. Todayโs combo is so rich, creamy and zesty in just the right way. It is low carb comfort food at itโs best.
Keto Green Chile Chicken
This recipe is so easy, you can have it prepped and ready to bake in under 15 minutes, thatโs right I said 15 minutes. ย I love a quick and easy recipes on these busy school nights. ย The best part about this recipe is the only cleanup you will have is one bowl and a spoon. Sounds like a winner to me. ย That is music to my ears.
What are Green Chiles
If you have never cooked with Green Chiles before, you are in for a treat! These are mild green chile peppers grown in the southwestern part of the United States and Mexico. Although there are different varieties, most, including the ones that we cook with in this recipe, are mild so they work to enhance the flavor of the dish without adding much heat.
How to Serve Keto Green Chile Chicken
Letโs talk about the combination of flavors in this recipe. There is something magical that happens when you combine green chilies, cumin, cream cheese and garlic. Next you add your proteinโฆ the chicken and you get this delicious combo.
This recipe would be delicious served over a bed of sautรฉed spinach, cauliflower rice, or greens of your choice, or any of the other options listed below.
Top this off with a spoonful of sour cream or my favorite homemadeย Pico de Gallo, or even some fresh chopped cilantro for the perfect meal!
These are some of my favorite ways to serve this chicken bake that are Keto friendly:
You can always just serve this with a yummy green salad, topped with my crazy deliciousย homemade ranch dressing.
If you have any other great Keto friendly side dish ideas please comment below. I love to try new ideas from readers!
How to Make Keto Green Chile Chicken
This Keto Green Chile Chicken Bake is easy and should come together quickly. ย I will walk you through tips and tricks and answer any questions you have about the recipe.
Q. CAN I USE OTHER CUTS OF MEAT FOR THIS RECIPE?
A. Yes, you can use chicken thighs or tenderloins if you prefer. Just make sure to adjust your chicken time a little less if you are using smaller cuts of meats. To ensure your dish is done, use a meat thermometer and cook to 165หF.
Q: HOW DO I STORE LEFTOVERS FROM THE KETO GREEN CHILE CHICKEN ?
A: This chicken stores really well. The flavors are sometimes better the next day after the chicken has marinaded in the sauce overnight. You can place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
Q: MY FAMILY IS NOT ON A โKETOโ DIET, HOW CAN I SERVE THIS TO THEM TO MAKE IT A REGULAR MEAL?
A: My kids love this on top of rice with a side of black beans. This is also delicious cut up and served on a tostada shell. The leftover would be delicious as a nacho topping as well.
Q: IS THIS DISH TOO SPICY FOR KIDS?
A: When buying the green chiles make sure to buy the mild ones and you will not have a problem with it being to spicy. This dish has a rich flavor and the green chiles just add to the flavor.
Q: CAN I FREEZE GREEN CHILE CHICKEN?
A: Yes!ย You can put it in individual serving sized containers and keep it in the freezer for up to a month.
Baked Green Chile Chicken
Cheesy Baked Green Chile Chicken is a quick and easy Mexican inspired dinner! It all comes together in one dish and is perfect for busy nights!
Easy chicken dinners with minimal ingredients and dishes to wash are a common theme in my kitchen. I make some sort of skillet, baked or grilled chicken recipe at least 2-3 times per week. Some of my favorites areย Skillet Chicken Fajitas,ย Grilled Pesto Chicken Skewersย andย Everything Bagel Chicken Tenders.ย
Iโm adding this Baked Green Chile Chicken to my favorite chicken recipes for a couple reasons. First, I absolutely love anything that uses green chiles. Itโs Hatch chile season right now, so I used fresh roasted ones that I found at the store. If you canโt find fresh roasted green chiles, canned will definitely still work.
The second reason I love this chicken recipe is that everything is everything is baked in one dish. I canโt stand doing dishes, so the less I need to dirty when Iโm cooking the better!
Ingredients Needed for Baked Green Chile Chicken
- chicken breasts
- chili powder, garlic powder and ground cumin
- green chiles (fresh roasted or canned)
- green enchilada sauce
- cheddar, Colby Jack, Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese
- cilantro
How to Make Baked Green Chile Chicken
To make this baked green chile chicken start by spraying a baking dish thatโs just large enough to fit the chicken breasts with cooking spray. Pour about some of the green enchilada sauce into the baking dish and spread it around so it coats the bottom.
In a small bowl combine the spices, salt and pepper. Coat the chicken breasts evenly with the spice blend and lay them in the baking dish. Cut the tops off and remove the seeds from the roasted green chiles and slice them so that they lay flat and cover the top of the chicken breasts.
Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top of the chicken and cover with shredded cheese. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 5-10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through, 165ยฐ F. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve.
What to Serve with Green Chile Chicken
Green Chile Riceย โ This is what is shown in the photographs. To save time, I used a bag of the pre-cooked rice that you microwave for a couple minutes. Aside from the rice you wonโt need any additional ingredients to make it and it goes great with the flavors of the baked chicken.
One Skillet Cheesy Green Chile Chicken
Simple One Skillet Cheesy Green Chile Chicken, all made in one pan without any fuss! Cheese and pepper stuffed chicken seasoned with spices and cooked with salsa verde. This quick-to-prepare saucy cheesy chicken is a great weeknight staple that requires so little work and the outcome is delicious!!
Iโm typing this from the car on a drive from Dallas to Houston. Which doesnโt usually go well for me, as Iโm the type to get car sick. But Iโm determined to make it work! My last book signing of this tour is tonight, but by the time this post is live Iโll be home. Very, very excited about that. As Iโve been saying over and over, this trip has been incredible, but the thought of sleeping in my own bed is so nice.
Iโm excited and very much looking forward to some home-cooked meals. And even moreโฆIโm excited to see my family. I feel like Asher and Oslo have grown so much in the last 10 days! Missing them big time.ย
Iโll be playing a little catch-up once I get back, so this recipe will be perfect. Just like Mondayโs Caprese bake, this dinner is SO simple. Simply throw everything in a pan, bake, and youโre done.
Itโs a cheesy chile pepper stuffed chicken with a salsa verde sauce. It has the perfect balance of spice, smokiness, and of course โ cheese.
here are the quick details
Weโre going to be stuffing the chicken, so I like to use chicken breasts for this. The first thing youโll do is slice the chicken in half and open it up like a book. Youโll be butterflying the chicken breast. It sounds fancy but it really is so easy. All you need is a sharp knife.
The key is not to cut all the way through the chicken.
Once the chicken breast is opened up like a book. Layer the cream cheese, pepper jack cheese, and a few poblano pepper slices on one side of the chicken. Then fold the chicken shut like a book.
And thatโs how you do stuffed chicken!
The rest is really easy. Place the chicken in a baking dish and cover it with some spices. Add onions and the remaining peppers to the pan, then pour over your favorite jar of salsa verde.
Bake in the oven until that cheese is all melty and the sauce is bubbling.
SIMPLE, and so many delicious flavors going on.
When I serve this to my family, I always make a side of cilantro rice. Then I either make homemade beer bread, or Iโll keep it easy and serve warm tortillas.
Just make sure to add lots of fresh cilantro to the top of the chicken. Oh, and some lime too. Yum, this is one of my favorite types of dinners to make!