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Crockpot Chicken Enchiladas


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  • Author: Chef Tasty
  • Total Time: 6 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Delicious and easy crockpot chicken enchiladas made with tender chicken, enchilada sauce, and melted cheddar cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken breasts
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce
  • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
  • 10 corn tortillas
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ¼ cup sliced green onions
  • 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken breasts in the crockpot and sprinkle taco seasoning over them then pour in the enchilada sauce.
  2. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours until the chicken is tender.
  3. Remove the chicken and shred it with two forks.
  4. Stir in the diced bell peppers and mix ½ cup of sauce into the shredded chicken.
  5. Warm the corn tortillas in the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds to soften them.
  6. Fill each tortilla with ¼ cup of the chicken mixture and roll tightly.
  7. Place the enchiladas seam side down in the crockpot over a thin layer of sauce.
  8. Pour the remaining sauce over the enchiladas and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
  9. Cover and cook on high for 45 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  10. Garnish with green onions and cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • This recipe is great for meal prepping or feeding a crowd.
  • Feel free to add your favorite toppings such as sour cream or guacamole.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Crockpot
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 enchilada
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg