Best 6 Salsa Verde Chicken Mexican Manicotti Recipes

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**Indulge in a Culinary Symphony of Flavors: Salsa Verde Chicken Mexican Manicotti**

Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with Salsa Verde Chicken Mexican Manicotti, a fusion of vibrant Mexican flavors and the comforting embrace of Italian pasta. This delectable dish is a symphony of zesty salsa verde, tender chicken, velvety cheese, and crispy tortillas, all harmoniously intertwined to create a feast for the senses. Prepare to immerse yourself in a symphony of flavors as you discover the secrets behind this extraordinary dish and explore the additional tantalizing recipes featured in this article. From the tangy Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas to the refreshing Salsa Verde Chicken Salad, each recipe is a culinary masterpiece waiting to be savored. Get ready to embark on a flavor adventure that will leave your taste buds dancing for joy!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MEXICAN CHICKEN MANICOTTI



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Our family of five enjoys trying different ethnic cuisines. This Italian specialty has a little Mexican zip. Be careful not to overcook the manicotti. If the filled shells happen to break, just place them in the pan seam-side down.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 7 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (8 ounces) manicotti shells
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup sour cream
1 small onion, diced, divided
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, divided
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 cup salsa
2/3 cup whole milk

Steps:

  • Cook manicotti according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the chicken, 1-1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, half of the onion and 6 tablespoons chilies. , In another bowl, combine the soup, salsa, milk and remaining onion and chilies. Spread 1/2 cup in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish., Drain manicotti and rinse in cold water; stuff each with about 1/4 cupful chicken mixture. Arrange over sauce in baking dish. Pour remaining sauce over shells., Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with remaining Monterey Jack cheese. Bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 118mg cholesterol, Sodium 937mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

CHICKEN MEXICAN MANICOTTI



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A creative spin on traditional manicotti, this dish is packed with authentic Mexican taste that will leave you wanting seconds. -Larry Phillips, Shreveport, Louisiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 uncooked manicotti shells
1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
1 cup salsa, divided
1/2 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons sliced ripe olives
4 teaspoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon diced pimientos
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1 small garlic clove, minced
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1/3 cup shredded reduced-fat Monterey Jack cheese or reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Cook manicotti according to package directions. In a small bowl, combine the chicken, 1/4 cup salsa, ricotta cheese, olives, parsley, pimientos, green onion, garlic and pepper sauce. Drain manicotti; fill with chicken mixture. , Spread 1/4 cup salsa in an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top with manicotti shells and remaining salsa. , Cover and bake at 400° for 20 minutes. Uncover; sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese and bake 5-10 minutes longer or until cheese is melted and filling is heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 783mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SALSA VERDE CHICKEN MEXICAN MANICOTTI



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After receiving a blue ribbon and many wonderful comments for my Mexican Manicotti My Way I decided to play on that recipe and try something else new. This recipe was also a hit in our home and one which I will be making often. Give it a try! I welcome any comments and suggestions. Enjoy!

Provided by Laura Yoder

Categories     Pasta

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb ground chicken
1 can(s) refried beans
1 pkg taco seasoning mix
2 c (divided) shredded monterey pepper jack cheese
1 pkg manicotti shells
1 can(s) green enchilada sauce (large can)
1 c warm water
sour cream
sliced black olives
salsa verde

Steps:

  • 1. In a large bowl, mix ground chicken (uncooked), refried beans and 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterrey pepper jack cheese and taco seasoning until well blended. Fill uncooked manicotti shells with meat mixture using a butter knife or by gently pressing shell into the meat until the shell fills. Pour 1/4 of the green enchilada sauce into the bottom of a large baking dish. Lay shells in single layer on top of enchilada sauce. Pour remaining sauce over manicotti shells. Add 1 cup warm water around the edges of dish. Top with remaining cheese. Bake in 350 degree oven for 1 hour. Remove from oven and top with more cheese if you like and return to oven until cheese melts. Top with sour cream, sliced black olives and salsa verde. Enjoy!

SLOW COOKER SALSA VERDE CHICKEN



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This spicy, saucy chicken takes almost no time to prep in the morning and only 5 minutes to finish before eating. At its simplest, the recipe is a meal-in-a-bowl stew, and the toppings are key to making it feel special. You could serve the chicken over rice or a whole grain, or use it as a taco or enchilada filling (use a slotted spoon to serve the chicken, if it is very saucy). You can also add 1 cup of frozen or fresh corn, or a drained 15-ounce can of black beans or pinto beans; just add them at the end along with the fresh cilantro and scallions. The level of heat in jarred salsas can vary, so taste yours first to ensure it is to your liking. If you want more spice, leave some of the jalapeño seeds in, or use hot canned green chiles instead of mild ones.

Provided by Sarah DiGregorio

Categories     dinner, weekday, poultry, main course

Time 5h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 1/2 cups jarred salsa verde
1 (4-ounce) can chopped mild green chiles
8 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1 jalapeño, stemmed, seeded and diced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
3 scallions (green and white parts), thinly sliced
1 small bunch cilantro, leaves and tender stems finely chopped (about 1 heaping cup)
Kosher salt, to taste
Fresh lime juice, to taste
Any combination of rice, tortillas, pepitas, queso fresco, diced avocado and crushed tortilla chips, for serving

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken thighs, salsa verde, green chiles, chopped garlic, jalapeño, garlic powder, onion powder and cumin in a 6- to 8-quart slow cooker. Stir to evenly combine. (Don't add salt now; jarred salsas are often high in sodium.) Cook on low until the chicken is tender and the flavors are blended, 5 to 6 hours. (If you will be away for 8 hours or more, set the cook time for 4 hours on low and set the slow cooker auto-switch to warm for the remaining time.)
  • Use two forks to coarsely shred the chicken. With the heat on low, add the scallions and cilantro, and stir to combine. Season to taste with salt and lime juice. Serve with rice or in tortillas, if desired, with accompaniments.

CHICKEN SALSA VERDE



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Four 6-ounce chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, at room temperature
2 tablespoons plus 4 teaspoons canola oil
4 teaspoons kosher salt, for seasoning
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
5 cloves garlic, crushed with sprinkle of salt
2 anchovies in oil, drained, finely chopped
1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup fresh chives
1/4 cup fresh tarragon leaves
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • For the chicken: Preheat a cast-iron grill pan over medium-high heat. Drizzle the chicken with 2 tablespoons of the canola oil. Season with 2 teaspoons of the salt and 1 teaspoon of the pepper; drizzle with the remaining 4 teaspoons canola oil.
  • Place the chicken seasoned-side down on the grill. Season the side facing upwards with the remaining 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Cook the chicken until golden-brown and the exterior has formed a crust, turning midway through to form the cross-hatch pattern, 3 to 4 minutes. (Note: the chicken is not being flipped, the same side is still on the grill.) Flip the chicken and repeat until the other side is golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. The center of the chicken should be firm to the touch when poked and the meat thermometer should read 165 degrees F.
  • For the salsa verde: Combine the garlic and the anchovies on the cutting board. Put the parsley, chives and tarragon on the cutting board and coarsely chop to combine with the garlic mixture. Put the salsa mixture in a medium bowl and add the lemon zest. Add the red pepper and salt. Mix the herb mixture together while drizzling in the olive oil until thoroughly combined. Put the salsa in a serving bowl and set aside until the chicken is ready.

MEXICAN CHICKEN LASAGNA WITH SALSA VERDE



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This Mexican chicken lasagna with salsa verde is a great family dish and not that hard to make.

Provided by kramer3211

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h45m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 (16 ounce) package lasagna noodles
1 tablespoon olive oil
3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts, diced
1 cup chopped onion
1 (16 ounce) package cottage cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
2 eggs
1 tablespoon water, or as needed
1 (28 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 (7 ounce) can salsa verde (such as Herdez®)
1 (7 ounce) can chopped green chilies
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Place a pan on a lower rack to catch any drippings.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook lasagna in the boiling water until pliable, about 3 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Saute chicken and onion in the hot oil until chicken is browned and no longer pink and onion is soft, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Combine cottage cheese, mozzarella cheese, 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese, and eggs in a bowl. Mix and add enough water for mixture to be soft and moist, but not runny (a little more wet than cottage cheese alone). Combine spaghetti sauce, salsa, green chiles, and cooked chicken mixture in another bowl. Stir.
  • Create layers of chicken mixture, noodles, and cheese mixture in a 9x13-inch baking pan. Top with remaining Cheddar cheese. Cover with aluminum foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. Remove foil and bake continue to bake until bubbling and cheese is melted, 10 to 15 minutes. Top with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.4 calories, Carbohydrate 41.5 g, Cholesterol 85.2 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 28.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 977.5 mg, Sugar 9 g

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh herbs and spices whenever possible.
  • If you don't have time to make your own salsa verde, you can use a store-bought variety. Just be sure to choose one that is made with fresh ingredients and has a good flavor.
  • If you prefer, you can use shredded chicken instead of ground chicken in this recipe.
  • To make the manicotti ahead of time, assemble them and bake them according to the recipe. Then, let them cool completely and store them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, reheat them in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven until they are heated through.
  • These manicotti can also be frozen for up to 2 months. To freeze, assemble them and bake them according to the recipe. Then, let them cool completely and place them in a freezer-safe container. When you're ready to serve, thaw them overnight in the refrigerator and then reheat them in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven until they are heated through.

Conclusion:

Salsa verde chicken Mexican manicotti is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of salsa verde, chicken, and cheese is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting way to serve chicken, give this recipe a try!

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