Lip-Smacking Chile Verde Chicken Tamale Casserole Delight
This Chile Verde Chicken Tamale Casserole is a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that's easy to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 2 cups masa harina provides authentic tamale flavor
- ½ cup butter softened
- 2 cups chicken broth homemade or low-sodium
- 1 can diced green chiles adds zesty kick
- 1 teaspoon salt enhances flavor
For the Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
- 1 cup green enchilada sauce for tangy goodness
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
For the Topping
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese shredded
Instructions
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the masa harina, softened butter, chicken broth, diced green chiles, and salt. Mix until a smooth dough forms, about 3–5 minutes.
- In another bowl, mix shredded chicken with the green enchilada sauce and chopped cilantro until well combined.
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread half of the masa dough mixture evenly across the bottom of the dish.
- Layer the chicken mixture over the masa dough, spreading it evenly.
- Spread the remaining masa dough over the chicken layer evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese over the top layer of masa dough.
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 40 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let it cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Cut into squares and enjoy!
Notes
For the best flavor, use high-quality ingredients and let the casserole rest before serving to set the layers.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg
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