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    Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

    Published: Aug 25, 2023 by Keri Hix

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    Are you in the mood for chicken enchiladas, but not in the mood to the work in making them? Give this super simple, Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas a try. Using just a few simple ingredients, and you have a no fuss dinner the whole family will love. 

    Chicken enchilada casserole on a white plate.

    Tender chicken, gooey cheese, and zesty enchilada sauce all coming together in this glorious dish. Best part? You can let your trusty slow cooker do all the work. These easy chicken slow cooker enchiladas are a perfect meal for busy weeknights. Plus, since it is a one-pot meal, clean up is simple. 

    Other slow cooker recipes you might enjoy are these pulled chicken sandwiches and this delicious sesame chicken.

    Table of contents
    • Recipe Ingredients
    • Additional Toppings
    • Green Sauce Enchilada Variation
    • Step-by-Step Recipe Directions
    • Recipe FAQ's
    • Quick Meals
    • Recipe

    Recipe Ingredients

    Labeled ingredients shown for slow cooker chicken enchiladas.

    To make this easy enchilada recipe you will need: Chicken Breast, Diced Tomatoes, Corn Tortillas, Salt & Pepper, Shredded Cheese, Enchilada Sauce, and Taco Seasoning.

    Additional Toppings

    Some topping ideas are:

    • Sour Cream
    • Green Onions
    • Jalapenos
    • Black Olives

    Green Sauce Enchilada Variation

    Does your family prefer green sauce chicken enchiladas? Follow the recipe as written except for these minor variations:

    • Use green enchilada sauce in place of the red sauce.
    • Omit the diced tomatoes and add a couple of teaspoons of diced green chilis. More if you like a bit more heat.
    • Use either the Mexican Blend shredded cheese, or try Monterey Jack cheese.
    • Add about 1 cup of sour cream when you add the shredded cheese and tortilla wedges.

    Cook the slow cooker enchilada casserole as directed. Delicious!

    Step-by-Step Recipe Directions

    Seasoned chicken breasts in a slow cooker bowl.

    Spray non-stick cooking spray on the slow cooker insert. Place the chicken breasts on the bottom of the bowl and sprinkle with the taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.

    Diced tomatoes over chicken in a slow cooker.

    Add the diced tomatoes.

    Enchilada sauce poured over chicken in a slow cooker.

    Cover the chicken and tomatoes with the enchilada sauce. Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook the chicken on low for 4 to 5 hours.

    Chicken being shredded with forks in a slow cooker.

    Chicken is done when it reaches 165 degrees F. internally. When the chicken is ready, use two forks and shred the chicken.

    Tortilla wedges added to saucy chicken in a slow cooker.

    Cut the tortillas into wedges and place them over the shredded chicken.

    Shredded cheese over tortilla wedges in a slow cooker.

    Add half of the shredded cheese. Stir everything together and press down to an even layer.

    Shredded cheese over chicken enchiladas in a slow cooker.

    Add the rest of the cheese. Cover the slow cooker and continue to cook on low for about 30 minutes.

    Chicken enchiladas in a slow cooker.

    Serve the chicken enchiladas with your favorite toppings!

    Finished chicken enchiladas in a slow cooker ready to serve.

    This easy slow cooker chicken enchilada casserole is filled with melty cheese, yummy chicken, all in a delicious enchilada sauce. A perfect, simple dinner!

    Cheesy enchiladas being served.

    Store any leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

    Chicken enchilada casserole on a white plate.

    Recipe FAQ's

    For slow cooker enchiladas, does flour tortillas or corn tortillas work better?

    This recipe uses corn tortillas. Flour tortillas can be a bit doughy when cooked in the slow cooker.

    Can I use chicken thighs in place of chicken breast in this recipe?

    There should be no problem with that. Remember, always cook chicken until it reaches 165 degrees F.

    Can I use green enchilada sauce in place of the red enchilada sauce in this recipe?

    Yes! Please see my recipe suggestion under Recipe Ingredients.

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    Recipe

    Chicken enchilada casserole on a white plate.

    Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas

    Looking for a hassle-free dinner? This mouthwatering Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada casserole is packed full of flavor with minimal effort.
    5 from 1 vote
    Print Rate
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 5 hours hours
    Total Time: 5 hours hours 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8 Servings
    Calories: 304kcal
    Author: Keri Hix

    Equipment

    • 1 Slow Cooker

    Ingredients

    • 1.5 pound Chicken Breasts boneless skinless
    • 1 tablespoon Taco Seasoning
    • ½ teaspoon Salt
    • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
    • 20 ounces Red Enchilada Sauce
    • 10 ounces Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles drained
    • 12 ounce Corn Tortillas cut into wedges
    • 2 cups Mexican Blend Cheese shredded

    Instructions

    • Spray non-stick cooking spray on the slow cooker insert. Place the chicken breasts on the bottom of the insert and sprinkle with the taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
    • Cover the chicken with the diced tomatoes and the enchilada sauce. Place the lid on the slow cooker and cook the chicken on low for 4 to 5 hours.
    • Chicken is done when it reaches 165 degrees F. internally. When the chicken is ready, use two forks and shred the chicken.
    • Cut the tortillas into wedges and place them over the shredded chicken.
    • Add half of the shredded cheese. Stir everything together and press down to an even layer.
    • Add the rest of the cheese. Cover the slow cooker and continue to cook on low for about 30 minutes.
    • Serve the slow cooker chicken enchiladas with your favorite toppings!

    Notes

     
    Green Sauce Enchilada Variation
    Does your family prefer green sauce chicken enchiladas? Follow the recipe as written except for these minor variations:
      • Use green enchilada sauce in place of the red sauce.
      • Omit the diced tomatoes and add a couple of teaspoons of diced green chilis. More if you like a bit more heat.
      • Use either the Mexican Blend shredded cheese, or try Monterey Jack cheese.
      • Add about 1 cup of sour cream when you add the shredded cheese and tortilla wedges.
    Cook the slow cooker enchiladas as directed. Delicious!
     
    Additional Toppings
    Some topping ideas are:
    • Sour Cream
    • Green Onions
    • Jalapenos
    • Black Olives
     
     
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 304kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 29g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 72mg | Sodium: 1124mg | Potassium: 487mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 734IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 372mg | Iron: 2mg
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