POBLANO CHICKEN WITH VERDE SAUCE CASSEROLE

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Make and share this Poblano Chicken With Verde Sauce Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ThatSouthernBelle

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 poblano chiles
4 chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
1 cup chicken stock
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup cheese, shredded (preferably something that melts well)
3 medium green tomatoes
2 fresh jalapeno chilies
1 large tomatoes
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup lime juice
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • To make the sauce, place tomatoes and jalapenos in a small saucepan and cover with water.
  • Bring to a boil then reduce heat slightly and continue heating until the tomatoes and jalapenos turn light green (about 10-15 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and drain well.
  • Scoop mixture into a blender, then add onion, lime juice, cilantro and salt and pepper.
  • Puree to desired consistency and set aside.
  • In a shallow casserole dish, roast the Poblano chili under a broiler until black on all sides.
  • Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • Once cool, peel off black skin and remove stems.
  • Next, in a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and add chicken. Cook until lightly browned, then set aside.
  • Add onions to skillet and brown.
  • Add chicken, chicken stock and seasoning and boil until water is evaporated.
  • Next, slice open Poblanos and lay them flat in a lightly greased 9 x 13 casserole dish.
  • Top with chicken mixture, verde sauce and cheese.
  • Cover with foil and bake at 375 about 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and the casserole is bubbling.
  • Remove foil and cook uncovered for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Allow to cool slightly before serving.

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