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Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole

Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole: A Quick Family Favorite

Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole is a comforting dish made with tender chicken, zesty salsa verde, and gooey cheese, perfect for those hectic weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • ¾ cup Corn Tortillas Lightly toasted to prevent sogginess
  • 3 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Using rotisserie chicken makes prep quick and effortless
  • 1 cup Salsa Verde Choose mild or medium for a family-friendly heat level
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt for a lighter option
  • 1 medium Onion Chopped yellow onion, sauté until golden
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust for preferred spice level
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Adjust for preferred spice level
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Freshly grated for optimal melting
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for cooking
Optional Toppings
  • ¼ cup Chopped Cilantro Fresh herbs for topping
  • ½ cup Sliced Jalapeños For those who love heat
  • ¼ cup Sour Cream For topping

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Casserole Dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x12-inch casserole dish.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and golden.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, and cumin. Cook for an additional minute, allowing the spices to bloom.
  4. Add shredded chicken to the skillet and mix well. Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through, then remove from heat.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine salsa verde and sour cream. Stir until smooth and well incorporated.
  6. Spread ¾ cup of the salsa mixture on the bottom of the greased casserole dish. Arrange half of the tortillas over the sauce.
  7. Layer half of the chicken mixture over the tortillas, then drizzle with 1 cup of the remaining salsa mixture. Sprinkle ½ cup of Monterey Jack cheese over this layer.
  8. Repeat layers with the remaining tortillas, chicken, and another drizzle of salsa, topping with remaining cheese.
  9. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly with a slight golden hue.
  10. Let it cool for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow it to set properly.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 26gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

This casserole is versatile and can be customized with different proteins or toppings to suit personal preferences.

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