Print
clockclock iconcutlerycutlery iconflagflag iconfolderfolder iconinstagraminstagram iconpinterestpinterest iconfacebookfacebook iconprintprint iconsquaressquares iconheartheart iconheart solidheart solid icon
A vibrant dish featuring layered chicken, melted cheese, and rich enchilada sauce in a rustic casserole dish, topped with fresh cilantro and sliced jalapenos, with a side of tortilla chips on a warm wooden table.

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole Delight

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A comforting and flavorful chicken enchilada casserole cooked effortlessly in the slow cooker, layered with cheese, chicken, and enchilada sauce.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

Scale
  • 3 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Tortilla chips or tortillas, for layering
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Layer cooked chicken and enchilada sauce in the slow cooker.
  2. Add a layer of tortillas or tortilla chips.
  3. Sprinkle with diced onions, cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder.
  4. Repeat layers until ingredients are used, ending with cheese on top.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or until cheese is bubbly and melted.
  6. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • For extra spice, add jalapenos or hot sauce.
  • You can substitute shredded beef or vegetarian options.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Method: Slow Cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 420 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 125mg