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A plate of steaming chicken enchiladas topped with melted cheese, garnished with fresh cilantro and sliced jalapenos, served alongside a colorful side salad.

Chicken Enchilada Crock Pot Meal

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Delicious chicken enchiladas made easy in the crock pot, perfect for quick and flavorful dinners. Tender shredded chicken wrapped in tortillas with cheesy enchilada sauce, cooked to perfection for a effortless family meal.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 8 flour tortillas
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken breasts with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side.
  3. Place the chicken in the crock pot and add chopped onion, garlic, and enchilada sauce.
  4. Cook on low for 6 hours or until the chicken is tender and easily shredded.
  5. Remove the chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the crock pot to mix with sauce.
  6. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a baking dish.
  7. Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken mixture and a sprinkle of cheese, roll up, and place seam side down in the dish.
  8. Top with remaining enchilada sauce and cheese.
  9. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until bubbly and cheese is melted and golden.

Notes

  • You can substitute shredded beef or turkey for chicken.
  • Add chopped cilantro or sliced olives for extra flavor.
  • Serve with sour cream, chopped lettuce, or sliced jalapenos for toppings.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking, Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free (if using gluten-free tortillas)

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 350 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Saturated Fat: 8 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 4 g
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg