SALSA VERDE CHICKEN CASSEROLE

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This is a rich and surprisingly tasty rendition of all the Tex-Mex dishes molded into one packed, beautiful casserole. Best of all, it's ready in only half an hour! -Janet McCormick, Proctorville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

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

Steps:

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-in. square baking dish., Layer with half of the tortillas and chicken mixture; sprinkle with half the tomatoes, minced cilantro and half of the cheese. Repeat layers with remaining tortillas, chicken mixture, tomatoes and cheese., Bake, uncovered, at 400° until bubbly, 20-25 minutes. Serve with remaining salsa and, if desired, optional toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 23g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 637mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.