Description
Delicious Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole is the ultimate cozy dish that brings together tender chicken, zesty salsa verde, and gooey Monterey Jack cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this casserole can be on your table in under an hour while delivering vibrant flavors that will delight your family. It’s a versatile meal that can be customized with your favorite toppings and sides, making it suitable for potlucks or family dinners. With just 15 minutes of preparation time, you’ll enjoy a hearty and satisfying dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 onion, chopped
- A small pinch of kosher salt
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon chili seasoning
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 32 ounces green salsa (two jars of 16 ounces each)
- 3/4 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 12 small corn tortillas, halved
- 3 cups freshly grated Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion with a pinch of salt until softened, about 2-3 minutes. Add minced garlic, chili seasoning, and ground cumin; cook for another minute.
- In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with green salsa and sour cream. Mix well.
- Layer half of the corn tortillas in a baking dish, followed by half of the chicken mixture and one cup of cheese. Repeat layers finishing with cheese on top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 15 minutes; remove foil and bake an additional 5 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg