Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole
Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender chicken, zesty salsa verde, and gooey cheese, all baked to perfection. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, delivering comforting flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. With its vibrant colors and enticing aroma, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 6
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cooked white or brown rice
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a 9×13 inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool slightly before shredding.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken, black beans, cooked rice, half of the salsa verde, and half of the cheese until combined.
- Layer half of the mixture in the prepared dish; drizzle with more salsa verde. Add remaining mixture on top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake another 10-15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg