PREV
Something I LOVE is a plate of enchiladas. They are so comforting and delicious, but I don’t always have time to make them on a busy weeknight. Even more than that, sometimes a slow cooker meal is the only thing I have energy for.
Enter this Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole that hit the spot. In a crazy way. It was even better the next day as leftovers too which is alwaaays a win. Perfect to add to your lazy weeknight rotation, it’s packed with flavor and protein and so easy. Enjoy!
Watch how to make this recipe on my INSTAGRAM and linking my slow cooker HERE!
A Closer Look
These ingredients are so simple, but full of nutrients that will create such a comforting and delicious meal.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, stirring occasionally, for about 6-8 minutes or until the onion has browned.
In your slow cooker, add the chicken and seasonings: 1/2 tsp kosher salt, 1/2 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/4 tsp oregano.
Add 15 oz jar of red enchilada sauce.
Finally, add in the black beans, and sautéd onions and garlic. Cook on low for 7-8 hours or high for 4-5 hours.
Once it is cooked, remove the chicken and shred it. Place it back into the slow cooker when finished and give it a good stir.
Stir in the tortillas, I used 6 corn tortillas cut into bite sized pieces.
Top with cheese and cover until melted, about 10 minutes.
Drool over the sight of it with the cheese all melted…not required, but recommended.
Once it’s all melted, it’s ready to serve.
Garnish with cilantro and lime. Feel free to pair it with tortilla chips for dipping or as is and enjoy!
So easy and good!
Love how easy and tasty this was! My whole family loved it.
This recipe is amazing!!
I ended up cooking it in my dutch oven instead of slow cooker so I Could cook the onions and do it all in one pan! 1.5 hours at 350 degrees, and it came out perfect!
easy & delicious! Everybody loved it.
So Delicious and easy to make!
Made this for a small gathering this Christmas eve and it did not Disappoint. Super easy to prepare ingredients ahead of time and then Set and forget for a few hours! Chicken shredded perfectly and the flavor was on point. Do not skip the cilantro and lime finishings!