Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole

Salsa Verde Chicken Casserole
Ingredients:
3 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast
2 cups salsa verde
1 cup sour cream
1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup crushed tortilla chips
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional toppings: sliced avocado, diced tomatoes, extra cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions:
Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

Prepare Chicken Mixture:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, salsa verde, sour cream, diced green chiles, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until everything is well combined.

Layer the Casserole:
Spread half of the chicken mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese and half of the Monterey Jack cheese over the chicken layer.

Add Crushed Tortilla Chips:
Sprinkle a layer of crushed tortilla chips over the cheese.

Repeat Layers:
Spread the remaining chicken mixture over the tortilla chips, then top with the remaining cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese.

Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.

Garnish:
Remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

Serve:
Serve the casserole warm, optionally topped with sliced avocado, diced tomatoes, extra cilantro, and lime wedges for added flavor.