Slow-Cooker Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Chili

Slow-Cooker Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Chili

  • 10 Minutes Prep4 Hours 10 Minutes Total
  • 4 Servings
  • 710 Calories per Serving
It’s a little bit enchilada, a little bit chili and a whole lot of yummy!

Ingredient List

  • 1 package (20 oz) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 can (15.2 oz) whole kernel sweet corn, drained, rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
  • 1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ Mild Red Enchilada Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons from 1 container (6.25 oz) Old El Paso™ Original Taco Seasoning Mix
  • 2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese blend (8 oz)
  • Chopped green onions and sour cream, if desired
  • 4 cups tortilla chips

Preparation

  1. Spray 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, mix chicken, corn, beans, enchilada sauce and taco seasoning mix. Cover and cook on Low heat setting 8 hours or High heat setting 4 hours.
  2. Stir in 1 cup of the cheese. Top with green onions and sour cream. Top with remaining cheese; serve with tortilla chips.

Tips

  • Try 4-cheese Mexican shredded cheese blend instead of the Colby-Monterey Jack.
  • Make nachos! Use a slotted spoon to top the chips with the chili. Instead of stirring in cheese, sprinkle it all on top at the end.
  • Gone for more than 8 hours? Try this recipe overnight! Check out our tip sheet for more slow-cooker secrets.
  • You only need 10 minutes to prep this dinner classic! Our chicken enchilada chili is equal parts delicious and satisfying. The mix of black beans, taco seasoning and enchilada sauce brings a fiesta of flavors to your slow cooker. For the main protein, we use cut-up boneless chicken thighs. Fun fact: chicken thighs are often more affordable than chicken breasts, and they pack just as much flavor (if not more!). By preparing this dish in the slow cooker, you have a few hours to spend with your family while it simmers. Like the slow-cooker life? Check out these slow-cooker recipes. Say you’re a chili novice—have no fear! We’ve got a step-by-step chili guide just for you. Or, try one of these chili recipes this weekend.

Nutrition Information

Daily Values (Amount per serving)

Cholesterol 190mg 63%, Sodium 1640mg 68%, Potassium 450mg 13%, Total Carbohydrate 52g 17%, Vitamin A 20%, Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 45%, Iron 25%, Vitamin D 6%, Vitamin E 10%, Thiamin 15%, Riboflavin 45%, Niacin 45%, Vitamin B6 30%, Folic Acid 25%, Vitamin B12 35%, Pantothenic Acid 15%, Phosphorus 50%, Magnesium 15%, Zinc 40%, Selenium 70%, Copper 10%, Manganese 8%

Other Nutrients and Exchanges (Amount per serving)

Calories 710, Calories from Fat 300, Total Fat 33g, Saturated Fat 14g, Trans Fat 1/2g, Monounsaturated Fat 9g, Polyunsaturated Fat 7g, Dietary Fiber 6g, Soluble Fiber 0g, Insoluble Fiber 2g, Sugars 3g, Protein 51g, Beta-Carotene 6%, Omega-3 0g, Carbohydrate Choice 3 1/2, Starch 2 1/2, Fruit 0, Other Carbohydrate 1, Skim Milk 0, Low-Fat Milk 0, Milk 0, Vegetable 0, Very Lean Meat 1/2, Lean Meat 4, Medium-Fat Meat 0, High-Fat Meat 2, Fat 1/2, Fruits 0c, Vegetables 1/2c, Grains 1oz-eq, Meat & Beans 4oz-eq, Dairy 1 1/2c, Fats & Oils 0tsp