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This Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole is warm and satisfying!
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Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole

This low-carb casserole is so easy to make! You'll love the combination of tangy tomatillo salsa with melty cheese and protein-packed chicken.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Budget-Friendly, Low-Carb, Quick and Easy
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 180kcal
Author: Lindsay Mattison

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric
  • 16 ounces tomatillo salsa jarred
  • 4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 ounces mozzarella shredded

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Spoon 1/2 cup of the tomatillo salsa into a 13x9 casserole dish and spread it to coat the bottom of the pan.
  • Place the chicken breasts into the dish and season them with the garlic powder, salt, cumin, and black pepper.
  • Cover the chicken with the remaining tomatillo salsa and sprinkle the mozzarella cheese on top.
  • Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.75breast | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 944mg | Potassium: 455mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 624IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 101mg | Iron: 1mg |
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 7
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SmartPoints (Freestyle): 7
SmartPoints (Freestyle): 7