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As the parent of a special needs child I am frequently out and on the road at doctors appointments, IEP meetings and after school special activities. Rachael Ray may be the queen of the 30 minute meal – I’ve become the queen of the 8 hour meal! The crock pot is my hero! I throw a bunch of ingredients in the crockpot first thing in the morning, set the time I want it to cook (typically 8-10 hours) and off I go to only open it up in time to serve dinner to the hungry hordes. Weekly on Sundays I will share some of our family’s favorites.

Originally published by Mary Hunt of Everyday Cheapskate and Debt Proof Living

Slow Cooker Enchiladas

• 1 19-ounce can enchilada sauce
• 6 boneless chicken breast halves
• 2 cans cream of chicken soup
• 1 small can sliced black olives
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 4-ounce can chopped mild chilies
• 16 to 20 corn tortillas
• 16 ounces sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded

Cook chicken in simmering water or in the oven until no longer pink. Cool and shred. Place soup, olives, chilies and onions in a medium bowl. Mix until incorporated. Cut tortillas in wedges. Layer slow cooker with enchilada sauce, tortillas, soup mix, chicken and cheese all the way to top, ending with cheese on top. Cover and cook on Low for 5 to 7 hours.

Servings: 8 to 10.

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