If you love easy comfort food with bold flavor, this Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole is a must-make. It’s creamy, cheesy, and layered with tender chicken, corn tortillas, and tangy salsa verde for a dish that feels a little like enchiladas but with much less work.

Everything gets mixed together into a rich, flavorful filling, then layered with tortillas and baked until hot and bubbly. It’s hearty enough for dinner but simple enough for busy weeknights. Using rotisserie chicken makes it even easier, and you can add fresh toppings at the end for extra flavor and texture.

Serve it straight from the pan with avocado, fresh cilantro, and tomatoes for a comforting meal everyone will love.

Ingredients Needed For Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole

For the Casserole

Shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie works great)
Salsa verde
Cream cheese, softened
Sour cream or Greek yogurt
Shredded Mexican blend cheese
Al Pastor seasoning
Salt
Pepper
Corn tortillas, whole or torn into pieces
Shredded pepper jack cheese

Toppings

Avocado
Tomato
Fresh cilantro
Green onions or jalapeños (optional)

How To Make This Casserole

1

Preheat your oven to 350°F.

In a large bowl, mix together the salsa verde, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, Al Pastor seasoning, and salt and pepper until smooth and well combined. Fold the shredded chicken and Mexican blend cheese into the mixture.

2

In a 9×13 baking dish, layer half of the tortillas and half of the chicken mixture. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and chicken mixture. Top the casserole with shredded pepper jack cheese.

3

Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, until the casserole is hot and bubbly.

Top with avocado, tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and green onions or jalapeños if desired.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this casserole ahead of time?

Yes. You can assemble the entire casserole up to a day in advance, cover it tightly, and store it in the refrigerator. When ready to bake, place it directly in the oven and add a few extra minutes to the cooking time.

Can I use flour tortillas instead of corn tortillas?

You can, but corn tortillas hold their texture better in casseroles. Flour tortillas may become softer and slightly more doughy after baking.

What kind of chicken works best?

Rotisserie chicken is the easiest option, but any cooked shredded chicken works well. Leftover grilled or baked chicken is perfect for this recipe.

How do I store leftovers?

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or in the oven until warmed through.