Southwest Chicken Rice Casserole

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Bursting with bold flavors and hearty ingredients, this Southwest Chicken Rice Casserole is the ultimate comfort food with a Tex-Mex twist. Featuring tender shredded chicken, fluffy cooked rice, zesty spices, creamy cheese, and a medley of vibrant vegetables, this one-dish wonder is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this casserole is oven-baked to perfection, resulting in a golden, bubbly top and layers of savory goodness. Serve it with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime for a fiesta-worthy finish. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or craving something cozy, this Southwest-inspired recipe will keep everyone coming back for seconds.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: N/A
• Cook Time: N/A
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• Servings: 1 serving
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

1 items

• 2 cups cooked white or brown rice

No directions provided.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (400.0g)

Calories		520
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		1.2 g	2%
	Saturated Fat	0.4 g	2%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		4 mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate		112.8 g	41%
	Dietary Fiber	1.6 g	6%
	Total Sugars	0.4 g
Protein		10.8 g	22%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		40 mg	3%
Iron		4.8 mg	27%
Potassium		140 mg	3%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 10 cal (2.1%%)

Protein: 43 cal (8.6%%)

Carbs: 451 cal (89.3%%)