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Delicious Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole

Irresistibly Delicious Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole Recipe

This Delicious Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole is a comforting dish with tender chicken, zesty salsa verde, and creamy cheese, perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 9x12-inch casserole dish
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base

  • 1 cup Green Salsa (Salsa Verde) Choose thick varieties to prevent a watery texture.
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas Lightly toast to ensure they hold up against the filling.
  • 3 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Using rotisserie chicken makes prep a breeze!

For the Creamy Layer

  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Freshly grated for better melting.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Mix with salsa verde for added depth.

For Aromatics and Spice

  • 1 medium Onion Sauté until soft.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Add with onions for maximum flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder For a robust Mexican flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Adds warmth and depth.

For Cooking

  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Ideal for sautéing.

Instructions
 

How to Make Delicious Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x12-inch casserole dish.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and a pinch of salt, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
  • Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, and cumin. Cook for about a minute to bloom the spices.
  • Gently fold in the shredded cooked chicken, mix well, and remove from heat.
  • In a separate bowl, combine salsa verde and sour cream until smooth.
  • Spread ¾ cup salsa verde mixture in the bottom of the greased casserole dish. Layer in 8 tortilla halves, half the chicken mix, 1 cup salsa verde, and ½ cup Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Repeat another layer with 8 tortilla halves, remaining chicken mix, 1 cup salsa verde, and ½ cup cheese.
  • Top with remaining tortilla halves, rest of the salsa verde, and final ½ cup cheese.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. Cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, drizzle with fresh cilantro just before serving. Best to cool before serving for cleaner slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg
Keyword comfort food, Delicious Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole, Easy Casserole, Family Dinner, one-dish meal, salsa verde
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