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Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Filling


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  • Author: crockcozy
  • Total Time: 375 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A comforting and versatile chicken enchilada filling made in a slow cooker, perfect for busy weeknight dinners.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or thighs)
  • 2 cups enchilada sauce
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn (frozen)
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Grab your trusty slow cooker and add the chicken.
  2. Pour in that glorious enchilada sauce.
  3. Toss in the black beans and corn.
  4. Sprinkle the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper over the ingredients.
  5. Set your slow cooker to low and allow it to cook for about 360 minutes.
  6. Once the time’s up, carefully shred the chicken right in the slow cooker.
  7. Grab your favorite tortillas or taco shells, scoop a generous amount in each, and load them up with toppings.

Notes

Can be served with fresh salad, tortilla chips, or over cilantro-lime rice. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to four days or frozen for later use.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 360 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 7g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg