Keto Green Chile Chicken Tamales

Keto Green Chile Chicken Tamales

Enjoy this easy and delicious green chile chicken tamale recipe using Sonora Keto Tamale Masa mix. This keto-friendly version delivers authentic Mexican flavors that fit perfectly into your keto diet plan. Perfect for anyone following a keto diet and wondering "what can I eat on keto diet," these tamales prove that low carb diet doesn't mean giving up traditional Mexican comfort foods! Mike's beloved green chile with chicken in our amazing Sonora Keto Tamale Masa! These keto recipes showcase how "what foods can I eat on keto" includes even the most cherished Mexican family recipes. Whether you're following a keto meal plan or just looking for easy keto recipes that deliver authentic results, these green chile chicken tamales will become a family favorite.

Keto Green Chile Chicken Tamales

Servings

8

Prep Time

45 minutes

Cook Time

1.10 hours

Calories

285

Cuisine

Mexican

These tamales are so good, no one will even know they're low-carb!  Enjoy!

Ingredients

    For the Keto-Friendly Masa

    For the Green Chile Chicken Filling

    • 2 cups chicken broth or stock
    • 3/4 cup cooked, shredded chicken
    • 2 cups roasted, peeled, and chopped green chiles
    • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
    • Salt and pepper
    • 1/2 cup heavy cream

    Directions

      Prepare the Corn Husks (30 minutes)

      1. Soak the corn husks in warm water for 30 minutes to soften.

      Make the Green Chile Chicken Filling (15 minutes)

      1. In a large saucepan, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

      2. Add the shredded chicken, chopped green chiles, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
      3. Cook for 2-3 minutes to blend flavors.
      4. Pour the chicken broth into the saucepan with the chicken and green chiles and stir until combined.
      5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until thickened, about 5 minutes.
      6. Stir in the heavy cream and cook until heated through. Set aside to cool slightly.

      Prepare the Keto Masa (5 minutes)

      1. In a mixing bowl, combine the Sonora Keto Tamale Masa mix with 2/3 cup warm water, 1 egg, and 2 tablespoons lard or olive oil.

      2. Mix well until a smooth, workable masa forms. The masa should be moist and spreadable.

      Assemble the Tamales (20 minutes)

      1. Pat the soaked corn husks dry. Starting 1/2 inch from the wide end of a husk, spread about 2-3 tablespoons of the masa mixture into the center of each softened corn husk.

      2. Spoon 1-2 tablespoons of the green chile chicken filling down the center of the masa.
      3. Roll up the corn husk, starting from the bottom and rolling towards the top, so that the filling is enclosed. Fold the sides of the husk over the top of the tamale to secure it.
      4. Repeat with the remaining masa and filling to make 8 tamales.

      Steam the Tamales (50-60 minutes)

      1. Steam the tamales in a steamer basket or pot for 50-60 minutes, until the masa is fully cooked and the tamales are firm.

      2. Serve hot with additional green chile sauce or toppings of your choice.
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