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Chicken Slow Cooker Enchiladas

Savory Chicken Slow Cooker Enchiladas Your Family Will Love

Discover irresistible Chicken Slow Cooker Enchiladas, a dish that effortlessly combines spicy, cheesy goodness with tender chicken.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 enchiladas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Enchiladas
  • 8 small Corn Tortillas can substitute with flour tortillas or gluten-free options
  • 1 pound Chicken Breast boneless, skinless; consider using rotisserie chicken for quicker prep
  • 2 cans (10 ounces each) Enchilada Sauce feel free to switch to green enchilada sauce
  • 1 can (4 ounces) Green Chilis chopped; jalapeños can be used for extra heat
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder can substitute with fresh minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 2 limes Limes juice of approximately 2 to 4 tablespoons
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese can use a favorite cheese blend or dairy-free alternative
  • Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • Black Pepper adjust to taste
Optional Toppings
  • Avocado or Guacamole
  • Green Onions/Scallions
  • Fresh Cilantro
  • Sliced Black Olives
  • Sour Cream
  • Hot Sauce or Salsa

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker
  • frying pan
  • Large bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In your slow cooker, combine the boneless, skinless chicken breast, one can of enchilada sauce, chopped green chilis, and a sprinkle of your spice blend including garlic powder, chili powder, and cumin. Mix everything together well, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated in the sauce for maximum flavor.
  2. Cover the slow cooker and set it to cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 to 8 hours. The goal is to achieve tender chicken that shreds easily.
  3. Once the chicken is cooked to perfection, carefully remove it from the slow cooker and place it in a large bowl. Using two forks, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and stir it back into the sauce.
  4. In a large frying pan over medium heat, lightly fry each tortilla for about 30 seconds on each side until they are soft and pliable. Keep them warm in a clean kitchen towel.
  5. Take a warm tortilla and place a generous scoop of the chicken mixture in the center. Roll the tortilla tightly around the filling and place it seam-side down in the slow cooker.
  6. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce evenly over the rolled tortillas, ensuring they are well coated. Sprinkle a cup of shredded cheese over the top.
  7. Cover the slow cooker again and heat everything on high for an additional 20 minutes.
  8. Once the cooking time is complete, carefully remove the lid and serve the Chicken Slow Cooker Enchiladas hot. Top them with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1enchiladaCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover enchiladas in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can be frozen before adding cheese for up to 3 months.

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