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A colorful, layered chicken enchilada casserole served in a rustic dish, topped with melted cheese, fresh cilantro, and red hot sauce, with a focus on the gooey cheese, vibrant red sauce, and tender shredded chicken.

Delicious Hearty Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Casserole

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A hearty, flavorful chicken enchilada casserole made in the slow cooker, layered with tender chicken, enchilada sauce, cheese, and spices.

  • Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine cooked shredded chicken, enchilada sauce, sour cream, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  2. Layer half of the chicken mixture in the crockpot.
  3. Sprinkle with half of the cheeses and onion.
  4. Repeat layers with remaining ingredients.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4 hours.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust spice levels to taste.
  • Serve with warm tortillas or rice.
  • Can be prepared ahead and refrigerated before slow cooking.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 4 hours
  • Method: Slow cooker
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg