Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas for Cozy Dinners

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas are the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. After making this recipe dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to tender, flavorful chicken and a creamy, homemade sauce. The cozy, melted cheese and crispy tortillas will make your kitchen smell amazing. Try it with my Hearty Irish Vegetarian Stew for a complete meal. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Hearty Irish Vegetarian Stew Recipe for Comforting Dinner and Easy Gnocchi Broccoli Bake with Creamy Cheese Sauce.

What You'll Need for Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas for Cozy Dinners

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 can (10 oz) green enchilada sauce
• 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
• 8 small flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
• Optional: Chopped fresh cilantro
• Optional: Diced avocado
• Optional: Sliced green onions
• Optional: Crumbled queso fresco

How to Make Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas for Cozy Dinners

1. Step 1: Season chicken breasts with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Place in slow cooker.
2. Step 2: Pour enchilada sauce and diced green chilies over chicken. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
3. Step 3: Shred chicken using two forks. Stir in sour cream (if using).
4. Step 4: Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20-30 seconds to make them pliable.
5. Step 5: Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken and cheese. Roll up tightly and place seam-side down in slow cooker.
6. Step 6: Pour remaining enchilada sauce over enchiladas. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cook on low for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Storing & Reheating Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas for Cozy Dinners

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Make-ahead tip: You can assemble these enchiladas up to 24 hours ahead of time. Refrigerate until ready to cook.

Freezing Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas for Cozy Dinners

Freeze assembled enchiladas before cooking for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before cooking.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes, until heated through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through. Add a little chicken broth or milk to keep them moist.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, you can use a pressure cooker or Instant Pot instead of a slow cooker.
• Best substitution: If you don't have enchilada sauce, you can use salsa or picante sauce as a substitute.
• Make-ahead: You can assemble these enchiladas up to 24 hours ahead of time. Refrigerate until ready to cook.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your enchiladas are dry, add a little chicken broth or milk to the sauce before cooking. This will help keep them moist.

Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas for Cozy Dinners

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Prep

10 min

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Cook

6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)

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Total

6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)

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Serves

6 servings

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Diet

Gluten-Free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 can (10 oz) green enchilada sauce
• 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
• 8 small flour tortillas
• 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

Seasonings

• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)

Optional Toppings

• Chopped fresh cilantro
• Diced avocado
• Sliced green onions
• Crumbled queso fresco

Instructions

1. Step 1: Season chicken breasts with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Place in slow cooker.
2. Step 2: Pour enchilada sauce and diced green chilies over chicken. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
3. Step 3: Shred chicken using two forks. Stir in sour cream (if using).
4. Step 4: Wrap tortillas in a damp paper towel and microwave for 20-30 seconds to make them pliable.
5. Step 5: Fill each tortilla with shredded chicken and cheese. Roll up tightly and place seam-side down in slow cooker.
6. Step 6: Pour remaining enchilada sauce over enchiladas. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cook on low for 15-20 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a quicker cooking time, you can use a pressure cooker or Instant Pot instead of a slow cooker.
• Best substitution: If you don't have enchilada sauce, you can use salsa or picante sauce as a substitute.
• Make-ahead: You can assemble these enchiladas up to 24 hours ahead of time. Refrigerate until ready to cook.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to serve a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your enchiladas are dry, add a little chicken broth or milk to the sauce before cooking. This will help keep them moist.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: Freeze assembled enchiladas before cooking for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before cooking.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F oven for 15-20 minutes, until heated through.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, until heated through. Add a little chicken broth or milk to keep them moist.
• Make ahead: You can assemble these enchiladas up to 24 hours ahead of time. Refrigerate until ready to cook.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 28g
• Fat: 15g
• Carbs: 25g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 2g
• Sodium: 800mg
• Cholesterol: 80mg
• Sat. Fat: 8g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchiladas for Cozy Dinners and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!