Tender chicken, cheesy goodness, the delicious flavors of chicken enchiladas - say less! This Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Casserole is the perfect slow cooker meal to try for dinner tonight.
What is a Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Casserole?
Great question! Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Casserole is everything you love about enchiladas in a quick and easy recipe. It is quite simply one of the easiest one-pot recipes you can make this week.
I love slow cooker recipes here at Jordo's World. I also love a good chicken enchilada. So why not combine the two? Get the best of both worlds with this delicious, high-protein, easy dinner.
Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Casserole
This easy recipe is bound to be a whole family favorite! It is cheesy, full of fiber and protein, and perfect for meal prep. The savory flavors of chicken enchiladas are unbeatable. 100% enchiladas are one my top favorite comfort foods.
I love including at least one crockpot meal per week in my meal prep rotation. This chicken enchilada casserole recipe is the perfect recipe for that spot. It's so delicious and full of flavor. Don't wait to try this quick and easy recipe - make tonight the night!
Crockpot chicken enchilada casserole ingredients
Gather these simple ingredients from your local grocery stored you'll be good to go:
- chicken breast
- enchilada sauce
- green chiles
- black beans
- onion
- shredded Mexican cheese
- corn tortillas
- Toppings: cilantro avocado, Greek yogurt, sour cream, jalapenos
How to make a crockpot chicken enchilada casserole
This slow cooker enchilada casserole couldn't be easier! Follow these instructions to make this yummy casserole:
- Gather all the ingredients.
- Place chicken breasts, enchilada sauce, green chilies, black beans, and onion into the crockpot.
- Cook on high for 4-5 hours (or low for 8 hours) until the chicken is cooked through.
- Shred the chicken using 2 forks. Mix well.
- Add the cut tortilla strips & ½ of the cheese to the crockpot, stir, and top with the remaining shredded cheese.
- Add the lid and let cook for 30 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
- Serve with cilantro, avocado, jalapenos, greek yogurt, green onions or your favorite toppings.
- Enjoy!
Crockpot chicken enchilada casserole substitution ideas
There are plenty of substitution options for this recipe:
- Enchilada sauce: Use whichever enchilada sauce is your favorite! Green enchilada sauce, red enchilada sauce, homemade enchilada sauce.
- Black beans: Use pinto beans if you don't have any black beans on hand.
- Cheese: Cheddar cheese or monterey jack cheese would be delicious in this casserole.
- Tortillas: Whatever tortillas you have or like best will be just fine in this recipe. Flour tortillas, yellow corn tortillas, gluten-free, or a mix.
How long does a enchilada casserole last in the fridge?
This enchilada casserole will last in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge. After you make the recipe, you can separate the casserole into six equal servings to make your dinners quicker.
This recipe is also fantastic to throw in the freezer and save for later. Or, deliver to a friend who is in need of homemade meal. Use freezer-safe containers before storing the freezer for up to 3 months.
How to meal prep this recipe
This slow cooker chicken enchilada casserole is the perfect meal for busy weeknights. Throw it in the crock pot and come back at dinner time to a cheesy, delicious, high-protein meal.
To meal prep, make the recipe according to the instructions. After, store in the fridge in an airtight container until you're ready to reheat and enjoy.
What goes well with a crockpot chicken enchilada casserole
When I have enchiladas, I love a side of crunchy red bell peppers. Other classic options could be tortillas chips or refried beans.
Can you put raw chicken in the crockpot?
Yes, you absolutely put raw chicken in the crockpot. This is one of the of the easiest ways to prep a dinner on a busy night.
If you're cooking raw chicken on its own, for best results, add some oil to the bottom of the cooker. Additionally, season with salt and pepper.
What is the secret to good enchiladas?
My secret to good enchiladas is to use one of the delicious enchilada recipes here at Jordo's World. I LOVE enchiladas.
Check out the recipes at the bottom of this blog post for other options!
Are chicken enchiladas healthy or unhealthy?
Healthy is a subjective term and really relies on your body, your healthy goals, and your activity level! Let's take a look at the various ingredients in this recipe to see what they have to get your body.
To start, the chicken has 35 grams of protein! Protein keeps you fuller for longer and helps build muscle. Black beans have loads of fiber, which also works to keep you full.
Other delicious enchilada recipes
I am no stranger to enchiladas! Check out these other popular recipes:
- Green Chili Chicken Skillet Enchiladas
- Chicken Enchilada Dip
- Healthy Chicken Enchiladas - One of the most popular recipes at Jordo's World!
Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Equipment
- crockpot or slow cooker
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
- 30 oz enchilada sauce I used El Paso brand
- 1 can green chiles
- 1 can black beans
- 1 small onion diced
- 1 cup shredded Mexican cheese
- 8 corn tortillas cut into strips
- Toppings: cilantro avocado, greek yogurt, sour cream, jalapenos
Instructions
- Gather all the ingredients.
- Put the chicken breast, enchilada sauce, green chiles, black beans, and onion into the crockpot.
- Cook on high for 4 hours (or low for 8 hours) until the chicken is cooked through.
- Shred the chicken using 2 forks. Mix well.
- Add the cut tortilla strips & ½ of the cheese to the crockpot, stir, and top with the remaining shredded cheese.
- Add the lid and let cook for 30 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
- Serve with cilantro, avocado, jalapenos, greek yogurt, or optional toppings.
- Enjoy!
Danelle Severn says
How big is a serving size?
Jordan Smith says
The recipe makes 6 servings.
Emily Jones says
I was blown away by how much flavor this packs for so few ingredients. So easy and so good I even ate it for breakfast.
Morgan says
This is such a great week night meal that tastes just as good leftover for lunches!
Jordan Smith says
Yay Morgan! I'm so glad to hear and completely agree!
Tanya says
Oh my goodness I have to be honest. I was not too excited to make this because I’m not a big red enchilada sauce fan but holy cow is this amazing… Does not feel like an overpowering taste or anything it’s the perfect amount of everything! you’ve done it again Jordo!