Description
Experience the vibrant essence of Mexican cuisine with this Healthy Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole, a flavorful and comforting dish perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine shredded chicken, salsa verde, black beans, corn, quinoa or rice, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Mix well.
- Spread the mixture evenly in a greased casserole dish.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until heated through and cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
This casserole can be prepared a day in advance and stored in the refrigerator. Add cheese just before baking for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg