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Cheesy Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole

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This cheesy salsa verde chicken casserole is creamy, flavorful, and packed with melty cheese and tender chicken. Finished with fresh avocado, pico de gallo, and cilantro, it’s an easy weeknight dinner the whole family will love.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small bite-sized pieces
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 1/4 cups salsa verde, divided
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 medium avocado, peeled, pitted, and cubed
  • 1/4 cup pico de gallo
  • Torn fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken, 3/4 cup mozzarella cheese, 3/4 cup cheddar cheese, 3/4 cup salsa verde, sour cream, sea salt, chili powder, cumin, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  3. Spread 1/4 cup salsa verde into the bottom of a 2-quart casserole dish. Add the chicken mixture and spread evenly. Top with the remaining salsa verde, mozzarella cheese, and cheddar cheese.
  4. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbling and the chicken is fully cooked through.
  5. Top with avocado, pico de gallo, and fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Swap Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter option.
  • Serve with rice, tortillas, or a fresh green salad.
  • Use pepper jack cheese for extra spice if desired.

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