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Chicken Rice Green Chili Casserole Recipe

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Description

This Chicken Rice Green Chili Casserole Recipe is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a crowd-pleaser that is sure to impress your guests. The combination of chicken, rice, and green chilies makes for a flavorful and hearty meal that is easy to prepare and great for leftovers.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is approximately 15-20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is approximately 30-35 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked rice
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 can green chilies (4 oz)
  • 1 can cream of chicken soup (10.5 oz)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Fork or whisk

Method

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the uncooked rice, water, green chilies, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, cooked chicken, chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Mix all ingredients together until well combined.
  4. Pour mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  5. Cover baking dish with aluminum foil.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until rice is tender and casserole is heated through.
  7. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
  9. Garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired.
  10. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours before baking. If making ahead of time, cover with foil and refrigerate until ready to bake. Remove from refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.

Nutrition Info

This recipe yields approximately 8 servings. Each serving contains:
  • Calories: 375
  • Total Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 9g
  • Cholesterol: 84mg
  • Sodium: 956mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Protein: 22g

Recipe Tips

  • Use leftover cooked chicken or a rotisserie chicken to make this recipe even easier.
  • If you like extra spice, add some diced jalapenos to the casserole mixture.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and use cream of mushroom soup instead of cream of chicken soup.
  • This casserole can also be made with brown rice, but the cook time may need to be adjusted.
  • Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.

Enjoy this delicious and easy-to-make Chicken Rice Green Chili Casserole Recipe for your next family dinner or potluck! It's sure to be a hit!


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