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Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Bake – Slow Cooker Recipe | Easy Mexican Dinner Idea

Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Bake – Slow Cooker Recipe

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  • Author: mira
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 hours
  • Total Time: 6 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Description

A hassle-free, slow-cooked version of chicken enchiladas that requires no rolling. Layers of tortillas, chicken, and melted cheese create a creamy, comforting meal.


Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups red enchilada sauce
  • 12 corn tortillas
  • 3 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 4 oz diced green chilies
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Spread 1/2 cup enchilada sauce on the bottom of the slow cooker.
  2. Lay a layer of corn tortillas across the bottom.
  3. Place chicken breasts on the tortillas and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Mix green chilies into remaining sauce and pour over chicken.
  5. Layer more tortillas and cheese on top, repeating until ingredients are gone.
  6. Cook on Low for 6 hours or High for 3 hours.
  7. Top with extra cheese 10 minutes before serving.