Chicken Avocado Casserole

Indulge in the creamy, flavor-packed delight of Chicken Avocado Casserole, a comforting dish that's as easy to make as it is delicious. With tender, seared chicken breasts layered beneath buttery slices of avocado, this casserole is smothered in a rich, zesty cream sauce made from sour cream, cream cheese, and a hint of lime. Topped with gooey melted cheddar cheese and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, each bite bursts with satisfying, savory flavors. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan recipe comes together in under an hour and pairs beautifully with steamed veggies, rice, or a crisp green salad. Whether you're in search of a gluten-free dinner idea or an avocado lover’s dream, this protein-packed, crowd-pleasing recipe checks all the boxes!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 2 large Avocados
• 1.5 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 4 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Lightly grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with olive oil or cooking spray.

Step 3

Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sear the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side until lightly golden (they do not need to be fully cooked). Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, cream cheese, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and lime juice. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Slice the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into thin slices.

Step 7

Spread a thin layer of the cream mixture in the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.

Step 8

Place the seared chicken breasts in the casserole dish, then top each breast with slices of avocado.

Step 9

Spread the remaining cream mixture evenly over the chicken and avocado.

Step 10

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F).

Step 12

Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Step 13

Serve hot with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, or a simple green salad if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1785.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3749.0

Total Fat 265.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 111.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.3g
Cholesterol 983.1mg	0%
Sodium 3333.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.7g	0%
Total Sugars 22.7g
Protein 281.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1787.3mg	0%
Iron 8.9mg	0%
Potassium 2736.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.4%

Protein: 29.5%

Carbs: 8.1%