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Green Chile Chicken and Rice Casserole

Savor Comfort with Green Chile Chicken and Rice Casserole

Enjoy a hearty and healthful Green Chile Chicken and Rice Casserole, perfect for cozy evenings and gluten-free dining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southwest
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil substitute with vegetable oil if preferred
  • 4 stalks Green Onions can be replaced with 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder can use fresh garlic for bolder flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano can be substituted with Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
For the Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups Shredded Chicken Breasts can substitute with cooked chicken thighs or rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup Brown Rice consider white rice, quinoa, or cauliflower rice as alternatives
  • 1 can Diced Green Chiles choose mild or hot based on preference
  • 1 can Fire Roasted Tomatoes a can of Rotel can be used as substitute
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn fire-roasted corn can be used for more flavor
For the Creamy Finish
  • 1 cup Green Enchilada Sauce ensure gluten-free options if required
  • 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt can also use sour cream, opt for full-fat for best results
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese swaps with Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for a different twist

Equipment

  • oven-safe skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Green Chile Chicken and Rice Casserole
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped green onions, chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, and dried oregano. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Add shredded chicken, brown rice, diced green chiles, fire-roasted tomatoes, frozen corn, and 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese to the skillet. Stir and heat through for another 3-4 minutes.
  4. Remove skillet from heat and stir in the plain Greek yogurt until fully incorporated.
  5. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the top. Bake for 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Let the casserole sit for a few minutes before garnishing with additional green onions and cilantro, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ensure to add Greek yogurt off the heat to prevent curdling for smooth texture.

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