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Delicious Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole

Irresistibly Creamy Delicious Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole

This Delicious Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole is a creamy, flavorful dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 cup Green Salsa (Salsa Verde) Choose a thicker variety to avoid a watery dish.
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas Lightly toasting prevents sogginess.
  • 3 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Use rotisserie or leftover chicken.
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack Cheese Grate fresh for best results.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream To mix with salsa verde.
  • 1 medium Onion Cook until softened.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, sauté with onion.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing.
For Serving Suggestions
  • 2 cups Mexican Rice Classic side dish.
  • 4 cups Fresh Salad Adds a refreshing crunch.

Equipment

  • 9×12-inch casserole dish
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x12-inch casserole dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sauté the chopped onion with a pinch of salt until soft and translucent.
  3. Add 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, and 1 teaspoon of cumin. Sauté for another minute until fragrant.
  4. Mix in 3 cups of cooked shredded chicken and stir for 2-3 minutes before removing from heat.
  5. In a bowl, combine 1 cup of green salsa with 1 cup of sour cream until smooth.
  6. Spread a layer of salsa verde mixture at the bottom of the casserole dish. Layer half of the corn tortillas, half of the chicken mixture, and 1 cup of salsa verde blend, followed by half a cup of cheese.
  7. Repeat the layers with the remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, another cup of salsa verde, and finish with half a cup of cheese on top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Allow the casserole to rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, toast the tortillas and use freshly grated cheese. Allow the dish to rest for cleaner servings.

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