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Chicken Enchilada Crock Pot Meal

Chicken Enchilada Crock Pot Meal

This Chicken Enchilada Crock Pot Meal is the ultimate easy dinner for busy weeknights! Tender shredded chicken, creamy enchilada sauce, melted cheese, and soft tortillas come together in your slow cooker for a flavorful one-pot Tex-Mex classic. Perfect for family dinners, meal prep, or cozy comfort food nights, this dish requires minimal prep and delivers maximum flavor — no oven required!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 10 minutes
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large boneless chicken breasts or 3 cups shredded chicken
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce red or green
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 can 15 oz black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn kernels frozen, canned, or fresh
  • 8 small flour or corn tortillas cut into strips
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish
  • Optional toppings: diced avocado jalapeños, lime wedges

Method
 

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
  2. Place chicken breasts in the bottom of the crock pot. Sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder for bold flavor.
  3. Step 2: Add Sauce and Veggies
  4. Pour the enchilada sauce and sour cream over the chicken. Add the black beans and corn. Stir gently to coat everything evenly.
  5. Step 3: Cook
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 5–6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours, until the chicken is tender and easy to shred.
  7. Step 4: Shred and Layer
  8. Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the crock pot. Add tortilla strips and half the cheese. Stir to mix well.
  9. Step 5: Add Cheese and Finish
  10. Top with the remaining cheese, cover, and cook for an additional 10–15 minutes, until melted and bubbly.
  11. Step 6: Serve
  12. Serve hot with fresh cilantro, diced avocado, or lime wedges. Perfect with rice or tortilla chips!

Notes

  • Substitute canned chicken for a faster version.
  • Add diced bell peppers or green chiles for extra flavor.
  • Use low-fat sour cream or Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
  • For a low-carb twist, swap tortillas for zucchini slices or cauliflower rice.
  • It’s a crowd-pleaser for potlucks, cookouts, and family dinners.