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Colorful chicken enchilada casserole served in a rustic bowl with melted cheese, garnished with fresh green cilantro and sliced black olives, with a side of warm tortillas on a wooden table.

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole

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A comforting slow cooker chicken enchilada casserole that combines tender shredded chicken with a rich, cheesy sauce, topped with fresh herbs and served with warm tortillas.

  • Total Time: 2-4 hours
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 can (10 oz) enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Place shredded chicken in the slow cooker.
  2. Mix enchilada sauce, sour cream, diced onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Pour the sauce mixture over the chicken.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese on top.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours or high for 2 hours.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving and serve with warm tortillas.

Notes

  • Feel free to add diced vegetables like bell peppers or jalapenos for extra flavor.
  • Best served with a side salad or Mexican rice.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2-4 hours
  • Method: Slow cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Comfort food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 410 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg