Green Chili Rice Casserole
Creamy, cheesy, and brimming with bold Tex-Mex flavors, this Green Chili Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food dish your family will adore. Perfect as a side or stand-alone entree, this easy-to-make casserole combines tender white rice, zesty canned green chilies, and melty Monterey Jack cheese, all brought together with a luscious sour cream base infused with garlic and onion powder for extra depth. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection and garnished with fresh cilantro, this hearty casserole is a crowd-pleaser that comes together in just under an hour. Whether you're looking for a flavorful twist to complement your favorite grilled proteins or a satisfying vegetarian option, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of spicy, cheesy goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups white rice
- 4 cups water
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups canned diced green chilies
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Rinse the white rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the rice and water. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 18-20 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the water is absorbed.
Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and stir in the butter until melted.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, diced green chilies, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until everything is thoroughly blended.
Transfer the rice mixture into a greased 9x13-inch casserole dish and spread it out evenly.
Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle the top with chopped fresh cilantro if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2059 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 135.5 g | 174% | |
| Saturated Fat | 83.6 g | 418% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 381 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 6056 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 150.2 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.8 g | ||
| Protein | 78.2 g | 156% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 2101 mg | 162% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 822 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
