Description
If you’re craving a comforting, cheesy, and flavorful meal that’s as easy as tossing everything in a slow cooker, this Cheesy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Bake is the answer. With tender shredded chicken, a rich blend of spices, gooey cheese, and a touch of cilantro, this dish will quickly become one of your go-to weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 (10 oz) can enchilada sauce
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
6 small corn tortillas, cut into strips
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup sour cream (for serving)
Instructions
- Place the chicken breasts in the bottom of the slow cooker.
- Pour the enchilada sauce and diced tomatoes with green chilies over the chicken.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper, stirring to coat the chicken evenly.
- Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is tender and easily shreds.
- Shred the chicken directly in the slow cooker using two forks.
- Stir in the tortilla strips, ensuring they are well mixed with the chicken and sauce.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the top, then cover and cook for an additional 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with sour cream.
Notes
If you prefer chicken thighs, they can easily replace the chicken breasts for a richer flavor.
For added spice, try cayenne pepper, extra chili powder, or diced jalapeños.
You can substitute flour tortillas for corn tortillas if you prefer.
For an easy make-ahead meal, assemble the dish the night before and refrigerate it until ready to cook.
This dish can be frozen before adding the cheese. Let it cool and store it for up to 2 months, reheating it when needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-7 hours on low or 3-4 hours on high
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 365 kcal
