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Salsa Verde Chicken and Rice Casserole
4.7 from 63 votes

Salsa Verde Chicken and Rice Casserole

This Salsa Verde Chicken and Rice Casserole brings together diced chicken breast, rice, green bell peppers, corn, and salsa verde to bake into a creamy, mildly spicy casserole. The dish is topped with melted Colby jack cheese that browns under the broiler for a golden crust. Combining salsa verde and chicken broth gives it a balanced, savory flavor, while the rice and vegetables provide substance and texture. It’s ideal for a comforting dinner with the option of customizable toppings.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
50 mins
Total Time
1 hr
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 371 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 5 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 to 1.5 lbs chicken breast chopped, boneless skinless
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 cup white rice uncooked
  • 1 cup frozen fresh, or canned corn
  • 1 ¼ cups salsa verde
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth low-sodium
  • 1 tsp salt to taste, sea salt
  • 2 cups Colby jack cheese divided, shredded

Instructions

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  1. Prepare the Salsa Verde up to 5 days in advance if you're making it homemade. If not, use store-bought green tomatillo salsa and proceed forth!
  2. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  3. Add the bell peppers, garlic, chopped chicken, chili powder, white rice, and corn to a large (13” x 9”) casserole dish or baking dish.
  4. Stir in the salsa verde, chicken broth, and sea salt and stir well.
  5. Similarly, stir in half (1 cup) of the grated cheese.
  6. Cover the casserole dish with foil and bake for 45 minutes. Remove the foil, give everything a stir, then sprinkle with the remaining (1 cup) of grated cheese.
  7. Turn your oven on the high broil setting and broil for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the cheese is golden-brown.
  8. Serve the salsa verde chicken and rice bake with any additional toppings, such as cherry tomatoes, avocado, lime wedges, cilantro, sour cream, etc.

Notes

  • Use a long-grain white rice such as basmati for optimal texture and cooking.
  • Cheese varieties like cheddar or mozzarella can be substituted if preferred.
  • Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1Serving (of 6) Calories 371kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 14g (22%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 6g (12%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6 Servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 371

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Serving (of 6)
Calories 371kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 14g 22%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 6g 12%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.