Green Chile Chicken and Rice Casserole
Green Chile Chicken and Rice Casserole is a creamy, cheesy, and mildly spicy comfort dish packed with bold flavor and hearty ingredients.
4
servings30
minutes40
minutes300
kcal1
hour10
minutesIngredients
1 cup uncooked white rice
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup diced onion
4 ounces diced green chilies
1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
1 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
0.5 teaspoon paprika
0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Cook the rice according to package instructions, using a pan or rice cooker, ensuring it is tender and fluffy.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and sauté the diced onion for about 3 to 4 minutes until translucent.
- Once the onion is cooked, add the shredded cooked chicken, cumin, salt, pepper, paprika, and diced green chilies. Stir and cook for another 5 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, chicken mixture, cream of chicken soup, and sour cream. Mix everything until well incorporated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly, and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for approximately 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Top with fresh chopped cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
This Green Chile Chicken and Rice Casserole is loaded with shredded chicken, fluffy rice, and green chiles, all baked in a creamy, cheesy sauce with a touch of cumin and paprika. Finished with melted cheddar and fresh cilantro, it’s a deliciously easy one-dish meal perfect for busy nights or potlucks.
