Spanish Chicken Rice Casserole

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 3
Spanish Chicken Rice Casserole - An Easy One-Pot Meal with a Mexican Twist
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

50 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 packages Spanish rice and vermicelli mix ( I used Rice-A-Roni Spanish rice )
1/4 cup butter , cubed
4 cups water
1 can diced tomatoes , undrained
1 can diced tomatoes and green chilies , undrained
3 cups cubed cooked chicken or 3 cups turkey
1 can whole kernel corn , drained
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese , divided

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
452
Sugar
6g
Fat
20g
Spanish Chicken Rice Casserole is a delicious one-pot meal that's easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights. The Mexican-inspired flavors of the dish will take your taste buds on a journey to South America. This casserole is made with packaged Spanish rice, diced tomatoes, chicken or turkey, and corn. All the ingredients are combined in a baking dish and baked in the oven until the rice is tender and bubbly. The sour cream and cheese take this dish to another level and give it a creamy, gooey texture. If you are short on time, you can prepare the casserole ahead of time and keep it in the fridge until you're ready to bake it.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2.In a 9x13 inch baking dish, combine the rice mix, butter, and water.
3.Stir in the diced tomatoes, chicken or turkey, and corn.
4.Bake, covered, for 35-40 minutes or until the rice is tender.
5.Stir in the sour cream and half of the shredded cheese.
6.Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

PROS

This casserole is a simple and satisfying one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights.

It has a Mexican twist with the addition of Spanish rice, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and Mexican blend cheese.

A great recipe to use up leftover chicken or turkey.

CONS

This dish can be high in sodium because of the packaged rice and seasoning used.
Use low-sodium versions of these products if available.

This recipe contains dairy, so it’s not suitable for those with lactose intolerance or allergies.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This casserole is relatively high in protein and a good source of fiber, vitamin C, and other nutrients from the vegetables.
It can be made healthier by using brown rice instead of the packaged Spanish rice and by adding more vegetables such as bell peppers or zucchini.

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