Let your slow cooker do the work tonight when you make this delicious cheesy 5 ingredient Crockpot Enchilada Chicken Recipe! Just 5 minutes of prep and dinner is done!
Be sure to also try this family favorite Slow Cooker Queso Chicken, too!
Crockpot Enchilada Chicken Recipe
Go ahead and give Taco Tuesday a rest this week… and make this crazy EASY 5 ingredient Crockpot Enchilada Chicken Recipe instead!
Trust me, your whole family will love the cheesy goodness this flavor-packed crock pot Enchilada Style chicken dinner delivers.
Laurel writes: "So easy! Very good, thanks for sharing this recipe. My husband LOVED it"
I especially love how easy this cheese enchilada chicken is to prepare. It takes hardly any prep while serving up big flavors… a perfect fit for your busy schedule.
This scrumptious 5 Ingredient Crockpot Recipe is such a tasty fun way to conquer your enchilada cravings.
Just dump the chicken in your Crock Pot… and walk away!!
So go grab your Crock Pot and let’s get slow cooking.
This enticing Slow Cooker Dinner is the massive crowd-pleaser you’ve been looking for.
Here’s what you’ll need to get started…
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Crockpot Enchilada Chicken Ingredients
It takes just a few simple ingredients to create the ultimate Enchilada Chicken dinner!
Here’s what you’ll need to grab at the grocery store this week…
- Chicken – fresh or thawed if previously frozen.
- Enchilada Sauce – use the recommended name brand for best flavor.
- Mexican Cheese – use shredded cheese.
- Mild Green Chiles – if you like it spicy, hot green chiles can be substituted.
- Garlic Salt – to add outrageous flavor.
That’s it. Just 5 easy ingredients to create this slow cooker masterpiece!!
You’ll also need a 5 – 6 quart Crock Pot to get the job done.
How To Make Crock Pot Enchilada Chicken
It’s actually so EASY to make this Enchilada Chicken in your slow cooker!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Cook your chicken in your crockpot, and then drain and discard the juices.
2. Mix up your sauce in a mixing bowl.
3. Pour the sauce over your chicken and sprinkle it with cheese, before you continue cooking.
4. Once done, serve it up and enjoy every last delicious bite!
See… I told you this was going to be EASY!!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
What To Serve With Your Cheese Enchilada Chicken
Want to make your slow cooked chicken even better?
These easy dinner sides serve up big, family pleasing flavors with hardly any effort… and they create the perfect pairing for your enchilada chicken.
- Cilantro Lime Rice Recipe
- Mexican Style Rice
- Your favorite Tortilla Chips served with Fresh Blender Salsa or Skillet Chili Queso Dip
- Fresh Homemade Guacamole
- Cornbread Muffins topped with Butter
- Dinner Rolls
- Fresh Green Salad
- Easy Garlic Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower
Enchilada Variations
Want to change things up a bit? Go for it!
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How To Store Slow Cooker Enchilada Chicken
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
You can reheat the next day for another easy weeknight meal.
Enchilada Chicken Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this Easy Crock Pot Enchilada Chicken Recipe…
Chris writes: “Deliciousness”
Miranda writes: “Easy recipe and my husband loved it!”
Morgan writes: “Love how easy this is!”
Laurel writes: “So easy! Very good, thanks for sharing this recipe. My husband LOVED it”
Trevi writes: “Excellent recipe!”
Rebecca writes: “Such an easy dinner!”
Pam writes: “Yummy!!!”
Nancy writes: “Absolutely delicious!!”
Kari writes: “Family loved this easy to make dinner! Will do this meal again!”
Anna writes: “So delicious”
Morgan writes: “Super easy! And VERY tasty! These were delicious!”
Melissa writes: “Love this chicken”
Emily writes: “If you forget to start your crockpot in the morning (like me), this works in the instant pot! Combine all ingredients except cheese and pressure cook on high for 10 minutes. Let manually vent for 5 minutes and then release steam. Add cheese and mix in a little corn starch to thicken up the sauce.”
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Crockpot Enchilada Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
- 3 lbs Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts fresh or thawed
- 10 oz. La Victoria Mild Red Enchilada Sauce (1 can)
- 2 tsp Garlic Salt
- 4 oz. Mild Green Chiles drained (1 can)
- 4 oz. Kraft Mexican Shredded Cheese (1 cup)
Instructions
- Place chicken in crockpot and sprinkle Garlic Salt evenly over chicken.
- Cook chicken on HIGH for 3 hours, or on LOW for 6 hours. (covered)
- After 3 hours, drain juices from Crockpot.
- In a small bowl, mix together Enchilada Sauce and Green Chiles, and pour mixture over chicken.
- Sprinkle Mexican Cheese over sauce and chicken, and cook on high for 30 more minutes (covered)
- Remove chicken from crockpot, and serve with Cilantro Lime Rice. YUM!
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Nate Teague says
Thanks for the recipe Heidi. I made this last night but used Cotija cheese instead of the Kraft cheese. I won’t lie, this recipe is delicious and everyone at the table agreed 🙂
Heidi says
That sounds like a delicious twist, Nate… and I’m so glad everyone liked this!
Crystal says
Making this for dinner! Distracted by my kids I added the sauce and Chile’s right away. Is that going to be s problem?
Heidi says
Hi Crystal ~ it will still work, but the flavors will just be toned way back and the sauce will be thinner if you add everything at the beginning. When you drain the juices before adding the sauce you end up with a thicker more flavorful sauce. Hope that helps! 😉
Sydney says
Crock Pot Enchilada Chicken looking so delicious. I love cheese as a ingredients. I will definitely try this recipe this weekend for my friends. I have invited them for party.
Heidi says
Fantastic… this is the perfect dish for a dinner party!
Fruitful Kitchen says
I love the combination of chicken and cheese. I will make this dish for my kids tonight. Thank you for the great recipe 🙂
Heidi says
You’re very welcome… enjoy!! 😉