Mexican Chicken & Rice Casserole
"A delicious easy prep one-bowl mix dish that can be served as the main or a side, you can omit the chicken and serve as a veg dish and it's still really good If you have cooked leftover rice and chicken this comes together very quickly"
Original is 8 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (238 g)
- Calories 411.6
- Total Fat - 14.8 g
- Saturated Fat - 7.2 g
- Cholesterol - 53.7 mg
- Sodium - 575.4 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 46.2 g
- Dietary Fiber - 7.4 g
- Sugars - 2.6 g
- Protein - 24.8 g
- Calcium - 359 mg
- Iron - 3.2 mg
- Vitamin C - 13.9 mg
- Thiamin - 0.5 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Step 2
Combine all ingredients (using 1 cup or more of shredded cheese) in a large bowl. Mix well. Taste and adjust ingredients. If the mixture is too dry, add more sour cream.
Step 3
Spoon mixture in a greased 9 x 13 in. glass baking dish and spread mixture evenly. Top with remaining 1 cup (or more) of shredded cheese.
Step 4
Bake in preheated oven for about 20 to 25 minutes or until it is heated through.
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- For added flavor, you can use cooked, diced chicken breasts or thighs instead of canned chicken.
- If you prefer a spicier flavor, you can add more salsa or green chiles to the recipe.
- Substitute cooked boneless skinless chicken thighs for cooked boneless skinless turkey thighs. The benefit of this substitution is that it adds a slightly different flavor and texture to the dish, while still providing a lean source of protein. It also helps to make the dish more budget-friendly.
- Substitute canned black beans for cooked lentils. This substitution adds a different texture and flavor to the dish, while still providing a rich source of fiber and protein. It also helps to make the dish more nutrient-dense.
Vegetarian Mexican Rice Casserole Omit the chicken and increase the black beans to 2 1/2 cups. Add 1/2 cup diced bell peppers, 1/2 cup diced onions, and 1/4 cup sliced black olives. Increase the taco seasoning to 2 tablespoons and the garlic powder to 1 1/2 teaspoons. Mix all ingredients together, spoon into a greased 9 x 13 in. glass baking dish and bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
Mexican Street Corn Salad: This creamy, flavorful side dish is the perfect accompaniment to the Mexican Chicken & Rice Casserole. It features a combination of fresh corn, mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, cilantro, and chili powder, making it a delicious and colorful addition to the meal.
Chili-Lime Roasted Sweet Potatoes: This simple yet flavorful side dish is the perfect complement to the Mexican Street Corn Salad. Roasted sweet potatoes are tossed in chili powder, garlic powder, lime juice, and a hint of honey, creating a delicious and slightly spicy side dish. The sweet potatoes provide a nice contrast to the creamy corn salad, making it a great addition to the meal.
FAQ
Q: Can I use other types of beans instead of black beans?
A: Yes, you can use any type of beans you prefer. Just make sure to drain and rinse them before adding them to the mixture.
Q: How long does it take to make this recipe?
A: The recipe should take about 30 minutes to make, including prep time.
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Fun facts:
Fun Fact 1: Mexican Chicken & Rice Casserole is a favorite of actress Eva Longoria. She often makes this dish for her family and friends when hosting dinner parties.
Fun Fact 2: This dish has been around since the 1950s and is a classic comfort food. It has been featured in many cookbooks over the years and is still popular today.