Description
Craving a cozy, satisfying meal without the hassle? This Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole delivers bold Tex-Mex flavor in an easy, layered, one-pot format. With tender shredded chicken, zesty enchilada sauce, melted cheese, and hearty tortillas, it’s the kind of quick dinner that tastes like a long-simmered labor of love. Whether you’re planning weeknight dinners, searching for comforting food ideas, or need something that fits into your busy day, this easy recipe is a true winner. It’s perfect for anyone looking for quick breakfast leftovers, easy dinner prep, or meal-prep-friendly options for the whole family.
Ingredients
2 large chicken breasts
2 cups red enchilada sauce
8 corn tortillas
2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
1/3 cup sliced black olives
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 medium onion (optional)
Instructions
1. Place chicken breasts into the bottom of the slow cooker.
2. Pour enchilada sauce over the chicken, covering it completely.
3. Cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours, until chicken is tender.
4. Remove chicken and shred with two forks. Return it to the sauce and stir well.
5. Tear tortillas into quarters. Layer chicken mixture, tortillas, and cheese in the slow cooker, repeating until ingredients are used up.
6. Finish with a generous layer of cheese on top.
7. Cover and cook on low for 30 minutes, allowing the cheese to melt and layers to set.
8. Garnish with sliced olives and fresh cilantro. Serve warm with your favorite sides.
Notes
Lightly toasting the corn tortillas before layering adds a delicious depth of flavor.
For a creamier texture, stir in 2 oz of cream cheese to the shredded chicken before layering.
Want more veggies? Add corn, black beans, or bell peppers before slow cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 7.5 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: slow cooker, chicken enchilada, easy dinner, meal prep, casserole