Southwest Chicken Pie

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2-3 cups cooked and shredded chicken
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 1 (9-inch) deep dish pie crust

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Add bell peppers, green chiles, cumin, chili powder, oregano, salt and pepper; cook for an additional 5 minutes.
4. Add chicken and salsa; cook until heated through, about 3-4 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and stir in sour cream and 1 cup of the cheese.
6. Pour mixture into the prepared pie crust.
7. Bake in preheated oven for 25 minutes.
8. Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top and bake an additional 10 minutes.
9. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Interesting Facts

• This dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or for weekend gatherings.
• It can be served as a full meal or as an appetizer.
• It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.