Crockpot OAMC Chicken Enchiladas

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 3

Crockpot OAMC Chicken Enchiladas recipe for a hearty meal

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

10 min

Cook

4-6 hours

Ready In

4-6 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

369

Sugar

Fat

18g

Crockpot OAMC Chicken Enchiladas are a delicious and hearty meal that can be enjoyed any time of the year. Made with frozen chicken breasts, red enchilada sauce, chopped green chilies, and flour tortillas, this recipe is easy to assemble and can be made ahead of time for meal prep or freezer meals. The flavors of the chicken and enchilada sauce meld together in the slow cooker, making the chicken tender and flavorful. The addition of green chilies adds a slight kick of spice to the dish. When baked in the oven with cheese, the enchilada becomes bubbly, gooey, and irresistible. Serve with a side of your favorite veggies or a salad for a complete meal.

Instructions

1.	In a crockpot, combine chicken breasts, enchilada sauce, and green chilies. Cook on high for 4-6 hours or until chicken is fully cooked.
2.	Shred the chicken using two forks.
3.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
4.	In a 9x13-inch baking dish, spread 1/4 of the enchilada sauce on the bottom.
5.	Place the flour tortillas on a flat surface and add chicken and cheese to each one.
6.	Roll up the tortillas and place them seam side down in the baking dish.
7.	Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
8.	Bake for 20-25 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This recipe is simple to make and requires minimal prep time.

It’s a great way to use up leftover chicken and can be made ahead of time for easy meal prep.

It’s also a crowd-pleaser and can feed a large group of people.

CONS

The flour tortillas used in this recipe can be high in carbohydrates and low in fiber, which may not be suitable for some dietary needs.

Enchilada sauce can be high in sodium, so it should be used in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a good source of protein and can help with muscle growth and repair.
It’s also low in calories and fat.
Green chilies contain capsaicin, which can boost metabolism and help with weight loss.
Enchilada sauce made with tomatoes can be a good source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that may help protect against cancer.

	2 lbs frozen chicken breasts
	3 cans red enchilada sauce
	1 can chopped green chilies
	10 flour tortillas
	2 cups shredded cheese , divided