Green Chile Chicken Casserole
This Green Chile Chicken Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish, combining shredded chicken with green chiles and creamy ingredients, perfect for family dinners or potlucks.
Ingredients
For the Casserole
- ½ cup finely chopped caramelized onions Caramelize before using
- 8 oz fire-roasted diced green chiles Canned or fresh
- 4 cups hand-shredded cooked chicken Use leftover chicken or rotisserie chicken for convenience
- 10 ½ oz cream of chicken soup Standard can size
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup whole milk
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated For layering and topping
- ½ tsp roasted garlic powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin Can be adjusted for spice preference
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
Optional Garnish
- to taste freshly chopped cilantro For adding freshness
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet, heat butter or olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onions and cook until they are caramelized, about 10 to 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix together the hand-shredded chicken, fire-roasted green chiles, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, whole milk, roasted garlic powder, ground cumin, and smoked paprika until well combined.
Assembly
- Layer half of the chicken mixture in the greased baking dish, ensuring it covers the bottom evenly.
- Sprinkle half of the grated sharp cheddar cheese over this layer.
- Add the remaining chicken mixture on top, followed by the rest of the cheddar cheese.
Baking
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for about 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Let it rest for a few minutes before serving, garnishing with cilantro if desired.
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Notes
Best enjoyed warm, can be served with a salad or warm tortillas. Leftovers can be reheated in the oven or microwave.