Delicious Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole: A Comforting Twist on Tradition
A delightful and comforting twist on the classic casserole, featuring tender chicken, zesty salsa verde, and layers of flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, salsa verde, cooked rice, black beans, corn, half of the cheese, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider garnishing with fresh cilantro or avocado slices.
- This casserole is freezer-friendly; you can prepare it ahead of time and freeze it before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole, chicken casserole, comfort food, baked casserole