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Cheesy Green Chile Rice Casserole

This Cheesy Green Chile Rice Casserole is an easy, delicious, and inexpensive side dish made with just four ingredients: rice, green chiles, cheddar cheese, and sour cream. It is creamy, cheesy, and perfect for a comforting Tex-Mex meal.

  • Total Time: 45-55 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 1x

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups cooked white rice
  • 7–8 ounces diced mild green chiles (mostly drained if packed in water)
  • 8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
  • 16 ounces sour cream

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 2-quart casserole baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, diced green chiles, sour cream, and about 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
  3. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish.
  4. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  5. Cover the casserole with foil and bake for about 35 minutes until the cheese has melted and started to brown.
  6. Remove the foil and bake an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese on top is fully melted and slightly browned.
  7. Serve warm.

Notes

If your green chiles are packed in a thin, transparent liquid, drain most of the water before using. If they are in a thicker sauce, use the entire can without draining. This casserole pairs well with baked chicken, steak, or barbecue ribs and can be garnished with fresh chopped chives or cilantro for added color.

  • Author: Sophie Lane
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-45 minutes
  • Method: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg