Description
Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Casserole is a delightful, hearty dish that combines tender shredded chicken, zesty enchilada sauce, and layers of gooey cheese with colorful vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this easy-to-make casserole offers restaurant-quality flavors with minimal effort. Simply toss the ingredients into your slow cooker and let it do the work, resulting in a warm meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (Monterey Jack and cheddar blend)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Dice the bell peppers and drain the black beans and corn.
- Place the chicken in the bottom of the crockpot; pour half of the enchilada sauce over it.
- Layer black beans, corn, diced bell peppers, and half of the shredded cheese on top.
- Drizzle remaining enchilada sauce over the layers; add remaining cheese on top.
- Cover and cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until chicken shreds easily.
- Shred chicken inside the pot and stir to combine all ingredients.
- Serve in bowls topped with fresh cilantro and a dollop of sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg