- GF
- LS

OnlineCook
April 29, 2025
This Mexican-inspired chicken and rice casserole is easy to make and requires minimal clean-up, making it a perfect flavorful weeknight dinner.
13 Ingredients
EASY
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F.
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Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
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Place the rice, chicken, salsa, sour cream, scallions, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, salt, black pepper, and shredded cheese in a large mixing bowl. Fold with a rubber spatula until everything is thoroughly combined.
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Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and smooth it into an even layer. Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over the top.
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Bake the casserole on middle rack of oven until cheese is golden brown and dish is gently bubbling at the edges, 35-40 minutes.
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Check to see that casserole is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Allow the casserole to rest for 15 minutes before serving.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Rice Pre-Cooking Secret 🍚Toast the rice in a dry pan for 2-3 minutes before adding liquid to enhance its nutty flavor and prevent mushiness in the casserole.
- Salsa Selection Strategy 🌶️Choose a medium-heat salsa to balance flavor complexity without overwhelming the dish's other subtle spices like cumin and oregano.
- Chicken Moisture Magic 🐔Use shredded rotisserie chicken or freshly poached chicken breast to ensure maximum moisture and tenderness in the final casserole.
- Cheese Layer Technique 🧀Reserve some cheese to sprinkle on top during the last 5 minutes of baking for a perfectly golden, crispy cheese crust.
- Spice Bloom Trick 🌈Bloom dry spices like cumin and garlic powder in a little oil before mixing into the casserole to intensify their aromatic qualities.
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