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Crock pot chicken enchiladas

Slow-Cooker Chicken Enchiladas for Easy Dinners

These crock pot chicken enchiladas are the ultimate set-it-and-forget-it comfort food. Tender shredded chicken simmered in bold spices and rolled in warm tortillas, smothered with enchilada sauce and cheese. Perfect for cozy weeknights or weekend gatherings.

  • Total Time: 6 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 46 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 23 boneless skinless chicken breasts

  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (10 oz)

  • 1 small onion, diced

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp chili powder

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • ½ tsp Adobo seasoning

  • 1 packet Sazón seasoning

  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

  • 8 flour or corn tortillas

  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a mix)

  • 1 can enchilada sauce (10 oz)

  • Optional toppings: sour cream, guacamole, chopped cilantro, queso fresco

Instructions

Step 1: Add diced tomatoes, green chilies, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, Adobo, and Sazón into a slow cooker. Stir to mix.
Step 2: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then nestle them into the sauce.
Step 3: Cover and cook on LOW for 6–7 hours or HIGH for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender.
Step 4: Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return it to the slow cooker to absorb the juices.
Step 5: Preheat oven to 375°F. Spoon chicken into tortillas, add cheese, roll up, and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
Step 6: Pour enchilada sauce over the top, sprinkle with more cheese, and bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes until bubbly.
Step 7: Serve hot with your favorite toppings and optional yellow rice and beans.

Notes

  • Can substitute chicken thighs for a juicier texture.

  • Use green enchilada sauce for a tangy variation.

  • Leftover chicken can be used in burritos, nachos, or quesadillas.

 

  • Freeze extra portions for up to 3 months.

  • Author: Emilie Faivre
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours (slow cooker) + 20 minutes (oven)
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American Fusion