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A serving of enchilada casserole with black beans, corn, and shredded chicken on a white plate with a fork, garnished with cilantro.
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Crock Pot Enchilada Casserole

Slow cooker enchilada casserole is a one‑pot wonder that cooks low and slow. Full of chicken, beans, corn, and tortillas, it's great for busy weeknights.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 10 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 541kcal
Author: Wendy

Equipment

  • 6 quart or larger slow cooker

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce store-bought or homemade, divided
  • 15 ounces black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 1 small onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 8 small corn tortillas cut into strips
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: chopped cilantro sour cream, diced avocado

Instructions

  • Place the chicken breasts and onions in the bottom of the crockpot. Season with cumin, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Pour 1 cup of the enchilada sauce over the chicken.
  • Cover and cook on low for 3 hours, or until the chicken is cooked through. Shred the chicken using two forks.
  • Add black beans, corn, onion, and tortilla strips to the crockpot, mixing them with the chicken.
  • Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the mixture and sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top.
  • Cover and cook on low for another 45 minutes to 1 hour, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Serve with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Make it gluten‑free: use certified gluten‑free corn tortillas and check enchilada sauce label.
  • Prep ahead: dice onion, drain beans, and measure spices the night before to cut morning work.
  • Double it up: sauce, tortilla strips, cheese—makes great leftovers.
  • Tweak spice: stir in a diced jalapeño for heat or a splash of lime juice right before serving for brightness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 541kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 90mg | Sodium: 1179mg | Potassium: 882mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 862IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 496mg | Iron: 5mg