Salsa Verde Chicken
This salsa verde chicken skillet is an easy, flavorful dinner made for busy weeknights. Everything cooks together in one pan with tender chicken, bold salsa verde, and simple ingredients for a meal that’s comforting, fresh, and family-friendly. With minimal prep and easy cleanup, this recipe is perfect for those nights when you want something homemade without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients1 tbsp avocado oil
1/2 of yellow onion, diced
1 tsp ground cumin
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1 1/2 c salsa verde (I love Trader Joe's)
1/2 c greek yogurt
2 c shredded chicken
1 c fiesta corn
3-4 small corn tortillas, cut into 1 inch pieces
1 c mexican shredded cheese
Directions1. Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
2. Add onion and cook until tender, about five minutes.
3. Add cumin and garlic and cook until fragrant, about a minute.
4. Add salsa verde and greek yogurt, mix until combined.
5. Add the chicken, corn and tortillas.
6. Bring to a simmer, and then turn off the heat.
7. Sprinkle on cheese and cover with a lid until fully melted.
8. Serve with your favorite toppings - cilantro, avocado, sour cream, lime, etc.
Tools I Use for Salsa Verde SkilletThese are the exact kitchen tools I use when making this salsa verde skillet.
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