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Cheesy Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole

A delicious and easy casserole combining tender chicken, zesty salsa verde, and creamy cheese, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: main
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Sauce
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
  • 1 cup salsa verde
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn, drained (or use frozen corn)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • 1/2 cup crushed tortilla chips (optional, for topping)

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Shred your cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the salsa verde and stir well.
  4. Add the sour cream, black beans, corn, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the bowl and mix until well combined.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalProtein: 30gSodium: 600mg

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