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Cheesy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Bake Recipe

Cheesy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Bake Recipe
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This Cheesy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Bake is a flavorful and satisfying Mexican-inspired dish that is perfect for busy weeknights. With layers of tender chicken, beans, corn, and gooey cheese, all cooked to perfection in a slow cooker, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Enchilada Bake:

  • 2 cups red enchilada sauce
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 8 small corn tortillas, cut into strips
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • Sour cream and lime wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Lightly grease the inside of the slow cooker. Place chicken breasts in the bottom and season with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Pour enchilada sauce and diced tomatoes over the chicken. Cover and cook on low for 6–7 hours or high for 3–4 hours until chicken is fully cooked and tender.
  3. Shred the Chicken: Remove chicken, shred with two forks, and return to the slow cooker. Stir in black beans, corn, and onion.
  4. Layer the Ingredients: Layer half of the tortilla strips and half of the cheese into the mixture, then repeat with remaining tortillas and cheese.
  5. Finish Cooking: Cover and cook on low for an additional 30–45 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Garnish with cilantro and serve with sour cream and lime wedges.

Notes

  • For a creamier texture, stir in 1/2 cup sour cream or cream cheese before serving.
  • Substitute green enchilada sauce for a milder flavor.
  • Can be prepped ahead and frozen before slow cooking.

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