Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole: Easy and Flavorful Comfort Food
A delicious and comforting casserole made with tender chicken, zesty salsa verde, and a mix of delicious ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, salsa verde, black beans, corn, rice, cheese, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Top with additional cheese if desired.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
Notes
- For a spicier casserole, add jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg