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Spicy Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole

This spicy slow cooker chicken enchilada casserole is an easy and flavorful meal, perfect for a cozy night in. Simply layer chicken, a creamy enchilada sauce, tortillas, and cheese, then let your slow cooker do all the work.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 people
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Whisk
  • Mixing bowls
  • Forks

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
  • 1 can Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies), undrained (10 oz)
  • 1 can red enchilada sauce (10 oz) (chipotle or spicy variety recommended)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 taco seasoning packet (1 oz)
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
  • 12 corn tortillas, cut into strips
  • 2 cups shredded Pepper Jack cheese, divided

Optional Toppings

  • fresh cilantro
  • diced red onion
  • extra sour cream
  • avocado
  • hot sauce

Instructions
 

Instructions

  • Place the chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, Rotel, enchilada sauce, sour cream, taco seasoning, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
  • Pour half of the sauce mixture over the chicken in the slow cooker.
  • Tear or cut 6 corn tortillas into strips and sprinkle them over the sauce, then top with 1 cup of shredded Pepper Jack cheese.
  • Place the remaining 6 tortilla pieces over the cheese, then pour the rest of the sauce mixture evenly over the tortillas.
  • Cover and cook on low for 4-6 hours or on high for 2-3 hours, until the chicken is cooked through and easily shreddable.
  • Remove the chicken, shred it with two forks, and return it to the slow cooker to stir into the casserole mixture.
  • Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded Pepper Jack cheese over the casserole, then cover and cook for another 15-20 minutes until melted and bubbly.
  • Ladle out portions and garnish with your favorite toppings like fresh cilantro, diced red onion, extra sour cream, avocado, or hot sauce.

Notes

For an extra kick, ensure to use a chipotle or spicy variety of red enchilada sauce. Adjust cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level. This recipe is also great for meal prep, as leftovers reheat well.