Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Finding that real one-pot recipe that you can set and forget is difficult to find.

If you want a delicious dish with amazing flavor, though, look no further than the crock pot chicken enchilada casserole!

This provides you with the perfect mix of Mexican flair inclusive of amazing flavor, juices, and more.

It will have you coming back for bowl after bowl until it is all gone! 

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Why do I love Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole?

There really is nothing like the crockpot chicken enchilada recipe. The recipe is made with tender chicken, lots of cheese, as well as olives, corn tortillas, and more. The red enchilada sauce is the key to it all and it packs a hearty punch loaded with amazing flavors.

How do you make enchilada casserole not soggy?

If you do not want to have your crockpot chicken enchilada recipe turn out soggy, there are some tips. The biggest tip is to follow the recipe exactly. Do not go with too much sauce or too little. The same goes for the cheese and chicken amounts. Also, do not overcook to avoid sogginess.  

Do you fry enchiladas before baking?

You certainly can fry your enchiladas before baking! This is a great way to add some additional juice as well as crunch before putting them in the oven to bake.

Are enchiladas tortillas better with corn or flour?

It is my personal preference which types of tortillas are better for enchilada. Our personal preference is white corn as the recipe states, but any of them can work!

How to serve Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole?

Bowls are the way to go with a crock pot chicken enchilada casserole dish. Serve with sour cream and additional tortilla chips as well.

Cooking Tips:

You want to be following the recipe instructions so you have the correct amounts. You also want to adhere to the cooking time.

Variations:

You can try different variations of the casserole, swapping the chicken for beef as well as different types of enchilada sauce.

Ingredients:

• Chicken breasts
• Red Enchilada Sauce
• Yellow or white corn tortillas
• Cheddar cheese
• Black olives

How to make Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole:

Step 1. Place your chicken breasts or tenders in a crockpot.

Step 2. Pour the enchilada sauce over the chicken breasts, toss to cover the chicken.

Step 3. Cook the chicken for 4 hours on high heat.

Step 4. Once the chicken is fully cooked, shred the chicken using two forks.

Step 5. Prepare your corn tortillas and add them to the chicken, stir until combined.

Step 6. Add ½ cup of cheese and olives to the chicken mixture, stir until combined.

Step 7. Using your hands or a spatula press the enchilada mixture to flatten it out.

Step 8. Add the remaining cheese and olives on top of the enchilada mixture.

Step 9. Cook on low for 40-60 minutes.

Step 10. Garnish and enjoy!

Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 5 hours hours

Total Time: 5 hours hours 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 5 -6

Finding that real one-pot recipe that you can set and forget is difficult to find. If you want a delicious dish with amazing flavor, though, look no further than the crock pot chicken enchilada casserole! This provides you with the perfect mix of Mexican flair inclusive of amazing flavor, juices, and more. It will have you coming back for bowl after bowl until it is all gone! 

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Ingredients 

• 2 pounds boneless skinless raw chicken breasts, 34 breasts
• 1- 28 oz can Red Enchilada Sauce
• 10 yellow or white corn tortillas
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
• 1- 3.8 ounces can black olives

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Instructions

• Place your chicken breasts or tenders in a crockpot.
• Pour the enchilada sauce over the chicken breasts, toss to cover the chicken.
• Cook the chicken for 4 hours on high heat.
• Once the chicken is fully cooked, shred the chicken using two forks.
• Prepare your corn tortillas and add them to the chicken, stir until combined.
• Add in ½ cup of cheese and olives to the chicken mixture, stir until combined. .
• Using your hands or a spatula press the enchilada mixture to flatten it out.
• Add the remaining cheese and olives on top of the enchilada mixture.
• Cook on low for 40-60 minutes.
• Garnish and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 593kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 57g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 177mg | Sodium: 1933mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 11g

Author: Laura

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How to store Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole?

Once you are done cooking, you can serve it warm or store it in the refrigerator. 

How to reheat Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole?

Reheating the crock pot chicken enchilada casserole is an absolute breeze as it makes for great leftovers!

How much does Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole last on the fridge?

The crock pot chicken enchilada casserole recipe will last for up to a week in the refrigerator before you need to freeze it.

Can I make ahead Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole?

As one of the top-tier meals you can prep for the week ahead, the crock pot chicken enchilada casserole is great for families planning ahead.

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