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Slow-Cooker Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Chili

Slow-Cooker Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Chili

  • Author: Ella Hartwell
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6–8 hours on low or 3–4 hours on high
  • Total Time: 6 hours and 10 minutes to 8 hours and 10 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Lunch
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Discover the ultimate Slow-Cooker Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Chili recipe! Creamy, flavorful, and easy to make.


Ingredients

Scale

    • 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts

    • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed

    • 1 (15-ounce) can of corn, drained

    • 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies

    • 1 (10-ounce) can of enchilada sauce (mild, medium, or hot, depending on preference)

    • 1 small onion, diced

    • 2 cups chicken broth

    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

    • 1 teaspoon chili powder

    • ½ teaspoon cumin

    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika

    • Salt and pepper, to taste

    • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

    • Optional toppings: sour cream, diced avocado, chopped cilantro, tortilla chips


Instructions

  • Prepare the slow cooker: Spray the slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray or use a liner for effortless cleanup.
  • Layer the ingredients: Place chicken breasts at the bottom of the slow cooker. Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, enchilada sauce, onion, chicken broth, and all spices. Stir gently to combine.
  • Cook low and slow: Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 6–8 hours, or on high for 3–4 hours.

  • Shred the chicken: Once cooked, remove the chicken breasts and shred them with two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the slow cooker and mix well.
  • Incorporate the cheese: Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese until melted. Reserve the remaining cheese for garnishing.
  • Serve and enjoy: Ladle the chili into bowls and top with the reserved cheese and optional toppings like sour cream, avocado, and tortilla chips.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups 1 of 6 servings)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 28g
  • Cholesterol: 65mg

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