Description
This Delicious Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, flavor-packed baked dish layered with tortillas, tender chicken, and zesty green salsa. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
- 3 cups grated Monterey Jack cheese
- 32 fl oz green salsa
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 12 small corn tortillas
- 3/4 cup sour cream
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1/2 chopped onion
- Pinch kosher salt
- 1 tbsp chili seasoning
- 3 cups shredded cooked chicken
- Sliced jalapenos (garnish)
- Crumbled cotija cheese (garnish)
- Diced red onion (garnish)
- Chopped fresh cilantro (garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
- Add shredded chicken, cumin, chili seasoning, salt, and half the salsa. Stir to combine.
- Spread a thin layer of salsa in a baking dish.
- Layer tortillas, chicken mixture, sour cream, and cheese. Repeat layers.
- Top with remaining cheese and salsa.
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Remove from oven and garnish with jalapenos, cotija, red onion, and cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Rotisserie chicken saves time and adds flavor.
- Add extra jalapenos for more heat.
- Let casserole rest 10 minutes before slicing for clean layers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish, Casserole
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: Mexican