Chicken Enchiladas {Slow Cooker Recipe}

Chicken Enchiladas {Slow Cooker Recipe}

This easy 'dump' recipe for Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas does its thing in the trusty slow cooker, with no need for browning or fiddly rolling. It's ultra convenient and oh-so delicious.

Ingredients

  • chicken breasts

    about 800g

    4
  • passata

    see notes

    680 g
  • black beans

    drained and rinsed. see notes

    400 g
  • onion

    peeled and chopped

    1
  • garlic powder
    2 tsp
  • ground cumin
    2 tsp
  • oregano
    1 tsp
  • mild chilli powder

    see notes

    ½ tsp
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • tinned sweetcorn

    drained. see notes

    340 g
  • tortilla soft wraps
    6
  • grated cheese

    see notes

    250 g

Directions

  1. 1

    Put all of the slow cook ingredients into the slow cooker and mix well.

  2. 2

    Cook for 4 hours on HIGH or 6 hours on LOW.

  3. 3

    When the chicken is cooked through, stir well and shred the chicken with 2 forks. Add in the sweetcorn and the tortilla wraps, and cut into strips.

  4. 4

    Add the cheese on top.

  5. 5

    Option 1: Pop back into the slow cooker with the lid on for 40 minutes on HIGH or until the cheese is melted.

  6. 6

    Option 2: Pop under a hot grill or into an oven heated to 200C/400F for about 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted and golden.

Chicken Enchiladas {Slow Cooker Recipe}

Chicken Enchiladas {Slow Cooker Recipe}

5.0(143)634 cal

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About this Recipe

Craving hearty, flavorful chicken enchiladas without all the fuss? This Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas recipe is your ultimate weeknight hero, letting your trusty appliance do all the hard work for you.

You'll love how incredibly simple this "dump" recipe is. There's no need for browning chicken or fiddly rolling of tortillas beforehand. Just toss the ingredients in, set it, and come back to tender chicken and a rich, savory sauce, making for an ultra-convenient and delicious meal.

Imagine succulent chicken breasts slow-cooked until they're fall-apart tender, mingling with a robust passata-based sauce, savory black beans, sweet corn, and aromatic spices like garlic powder, cumin, and oregano. The mild chili powder adds a gentle warmth, balancing the flavors beautifully.

Once cooked, soft tortillas are layered with this rich filling and melted cheese, creating a truly satisfying experience. Each bite delivers a comforting blend of textures and tastes, making this a perfect family dinner.

Customization & Variations

  • Feel free to adjust the mild chili powder to your preferred spice level.
  • You can experiment with different types of grated cheese to find your favorite topping, from a sharp cheddar to a milder Monterey Jack.
  • If you prefer, swap black beans for pinto beans, or consider adding other chopped vegetables like bell peppers for extra flavor and texture.

This easy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you need a comforting and satisfying meal for the whole family. Serve it straight from the slow cooker for a casual dinner.

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