
Slow Cooker Enchiladas Recipe
Slow cooker enchiladas represent an old Mexican standard with innovative new twist that makes these perfect anytime there's a potluck requiring convenient preparation without sacrificing traditional flavors. This adaptation demonstrates how classic dishes can be modernized while maintaining essential characteristics that define authentic Mexican cuisine. The potluck convenience makes these practical for entertaining while the traditional foundation ensures authentic taste everyone expects.

This recipe for slow cooker enchiladas is an old Mexican standard with a new twist. Anytime we have a potluck, I am asked to bring them. They can be made with chicken or beef.
Ingredients
1 pound lean ground beef
1 ¼ cups water
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (12 ounce) jar chunky salsa
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
10 (6-inch) corn tortillas, quartered
4 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
Directions
Crumble ground beef into a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir until evenly browned. Add water and taco seasoning; reduce heat to low and simmer 15 minutes.
Combine salsa, cream of mushroom soup, and cream of chicken soup in a medium bowl. Reserve 3 cups cheese; stir remaining 1 cup cheese into salsa mixture.
Place 1 layer tortillas to cover bottom of a slow cooker. Top with 1 layer ground beef mixture and 1 layer reserved cheese. Repeat layering with remaining tortillas, beef mixture, and cheese, ending with 1 layer tortillas, topped with remaining cheese. Cover slow cooker.
Cook on High for 45 to 60 minutes.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
712 | Calories |
46g | Fat |
36g | Carbs |
41g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 712 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 46g | 58% |
Saturated Fat 26g | 128% |
Cholesterol 142mg | 47% |
Sodium 2089mg | 91% |
Total Carbohydrate 36g | 13% |
Dietary Fiber 4g | 13% |
Total Sugars 4g | |
Protein 41g | 82% |
Vitamin C 1mg | 1% |
Calcium 646mg | 50% |
Iron 3mg | 18% |
Potassium 525mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.