Verde Chicken Casserole

Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 1/2 cups salsa verde, divided
  • 8 corn tortillas (6 inches)
  • 2 cups chopped tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
  • 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Optional toppings: Avocado slices, thinly sliced green onions, or fresh cilantro leaves

Cooking Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, combine the chicken, sour cream, and 3/4 cup salsa.  Spread 1/4 cup salsa on the bottom of a greased 8-inch square baking dish.

Step 2: Layer with half of the tortillas and chicken mixture; sprinkle with half the tomatoes, minced cilantro, and half the cheese.  Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, tomatoes, and cheese.

Step 3: Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees F until bubbly, 20-25 minutes.  Serve with remaining salsa and, if desired, optional toppings.

Enjoy this simple & quick Tex-Mex casserole from Taste of Home!