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Savor the Flavor: Easy Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole

This Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole is a simple and flavorful dinner that turns everyday ingredients into a crowd-pleasing meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 1 cup Salsa Verde Choose mild, medium, or hot according to preference.
  • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Shredded leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • 8 pieces Corn Tortillas Lightly toasted.
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 cup Monterey Jack Cheese Freshly grated.
  • 1 medium Onion Sautéed until softened.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
For the Creamy Element
  • 1 cup Sour Cream
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing.

Equipment

  • Casserole dish
  • 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. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and a pinch of salt, sautéing until softened.
  3. Stir in minced garlic, chili powder, and cumin and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Add 2 cups of shredded cooked chicken into the skillet, mixing thoroughly. Remove from heat.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup of salsa verde and ½ cup of sour cream until smooth.
  6. Spread ¾ cup of the creamy salsa mixture on the bottom of the greased casserole dish. Layer half of the corn tortillas, half of the chicken mixture, 1 cup of salsa verde, and top with ½ cup of cheese.
  7. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, salsa, and another ½ cup of cheese.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Allow the casserole to rest for 10-15 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Keep tortillas toasted for a firmer base. Use freshly grated cheese for best results. Let the casserole rest after baking for neater servings.

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