Description
If you’re seeking a dish that combines comfort and convenience, look no further than this Easy Green Chile Chicken and Rice Casserole. This satisfying meal features tender shredded chicken, fluffy rice, and zesty roasted green chiles, all enveloped in a creamy sauce topped with gooey melted cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one-pan wonder comes together quickly and makes for delicious leftovers that taste even better the next day. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy a hearty meal that’s not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 ½ cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of chicken soup
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or cheddar)
- ½ cup canned black beans (drained and rinsed)
- ½ cup corn kernels
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 diced jalapeño
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, rice, diced green chiles, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, black beans, corn, and jalapeño.
- Mix until fully combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread evenly.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake for about 30 minutes or until bubbly and golden on top.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 75mg