Green Chile Chicken and Quinoa Bake

This Green Chile Chicken Quinoa Casserole is an easy one-pan meal that’s healthy, satisfying, and bursting with flavor. Everyone will love it!

Overhead shot of a square baking dish filled with casserole, garnished with halved cherry tomatoes and fresh herbs.

Craving the vibrant flavors of enchiladas verde, but looking for a healthier, simpler approach? This one-pan casserole delivers just that! It’s the perfect solution for busy weeknights.

Life can get hectic, and finding time to cook healthy meals can be a challenge. Whether you’re juggling young children, busy teenagers, or a demanding career, this recipe is designed to make your life easier. For another quick and easy meal option, check out this one-pot taco pasta, ready in just 30 minutes!

The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. Simply combine all the ingredients in your baking dish, and let the oven do the work. The quinoa and chicken cook simultaneously, absorbing all the delicious flavors.

As the casserole bakes, the flavors of the enchilada sauce, green chiles, and warm cumin meld together, creating an incredibly flavorful and comforting dish. It’s a true culinary hug from the inside out.

A Quick Tip: Make sure to use a baking dish that’s large enough! A 9×13 inch pan is recommended to prevent any overflow. Trust me, you’ll be glad you did!

A partial image showing the baked casserole, with a spoon lifting a portion out of the dish.

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  • Chicken Salad Recipe with Green Chiles
  • Green Chile Mac and Cheese
  • Quinoa Salad Recipe with Green Chile Dressing from A Spicy Perspective
  • Green Chile Chicken Cordon Bleu from Barefeet in the Kitchen
Recipe

Green Chile Chicken Quinoa Casserole















5 from 1 vote
By
Rachel Gurk
Prep Time:

10 minutes

Cook Time:

1 hour

50 minutes

Total Time:

2 hours

Servings:

6
servings
Baked quinoa casserole in blue rectangular baking dish.
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Easy to make in one pan, this green chile chicken quinoa casserole is a healthy, filling, and flavorful meal that everyone will love.

Ingredients



  • 1
    cup
    uncooked quinoa



  • 1
    green pepper, diced (about 1 cup diced green peppers)