Description
These Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas are a delicious, hands-off meal with tender, shredded chicken wrapped in tortillas, smothered in enchilada sauce, and topped with melted cheese. The slow cooker does all the hard work, making this recipe perfect for busy nights!
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs: 4 large breasts (about 1.5 – 2 lbs) or 6-8 thighs
- Enchilada sauce: 2 cups (about 16 oz) (store-bought or homemade)
- Tortillas: 8-10 flour or corn tortillas (depending on size, for 6-8 servings)
- Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend): 2 cups (about 8 oz)
- Onion, diced: 1 medium onion
- Garlic, minced: 3 cloves
- Black beans (optional): 1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- Corn (optional): 1 cup (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- Ground cumin: 1 tsp
- Chili powder: 1 tbsp
- Salt and pepper: to taste (about 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp pepper)
Instructions
- Layer the Chicken and Seasonings: Place chicken at the bottom of the slow cooker. Season with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, onions, and garlic. Pour the enchilada sauce over the chicken.
- Cook the Chicken: Cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken shreds easily.
- Shred the Chicken: Remove the chicken and shred with two forks. Return the chicken to the sauce and mix it in.
- Assemble the Enchiladas: Spoon chicken mixture into tortillas. Add black beans or corn if desired. Roll and place seam-side down in the slow cooker. Pour remaining sauce over the top.
- Add Cheese and Cook: Top with shredded cheese. Cook on low for 30-45 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot with toppings like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.
Notes
- Thighs for Flavor: Chicken thighs add extra flavor and juiciness.
- Make It Spicy: Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra heat.
- Double the Recipe: Easily double this recipe for a crowd or leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 enchilada
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg