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Delicious Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole

Delicious Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole for Cozy Nights

Delicious Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole is a quick and satisfying weeknight meal, perfect for family gatherings.
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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 Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 cup Green Salsa (salsa verde) Opt for mild or medium for best balance.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Essential for a rich sauce base.
For the Casserole
  • 3 cups Shredded Cooked Chicken Use pre-cooked chicken for speed.
  • 6 pieces Corn Tortillas Lightly toasted to prevent sogginess.
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack Cheese Freshly grated is ideal.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Sautéed until slightly golden.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced and sautéed for flavor.
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Use freshly opened for robust flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Compliments the salsa verde well.
For Sautéing
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For cooking the vegetables.

Equipment

  • casserole dish
  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x12-inch casserole dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, pour in olive oil and sauté chopped onions for about 5 minutes until soft. Add minced garlic, chili powder, and cumin for an additional minute.
  3. Stir in the shredded cooked chicken, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until heated through, then remove from heat.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together the salsa verde and sour cream until smooth.
  5. Spread a thin layer of the salsa verde mixture at the bottom of the greased casserole dish. Layer with halves of corn tortillas, then half of the chicken mixture, more salsa verde, and sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese.
  6. Continue layering with another layer of corn tortillas, remaining chicken mixture, more salsa verde, and top with the rest of the cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Allow the casserole to rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, toast tortillas and use freshly grated cheese. Drain excess liquid from salsa verde for optimal texture.

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