This Green Chile Chicken and Rice Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner. Creamy and cheesy with a hint of spice from the green chiles, it’s a family favorite that’s easy to make.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:40 minutes
Yield:6 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Baking
Cuisine:Southwestern
Diet:Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
UnitsScale
Rice:
2cups cooked white or brown rice
Chicken:
2cups cooked shredded chicken
Green Chiles Mixture:
1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
1cup sour cream
1cup plain Greek yogurt or additional sour cream
1 1/2cups shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese, divided
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Mix ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rice, chicken, green chiles, sour cream, Greek yogurt, 1 cup of cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
Bake: Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 25–30 minutes until heated through and cheese is melted.
Serve: Garnish with cilantro if desired and serve warm.