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Cheesy Green Chile Rice Casserole – Just 4 Ingredients!

October 3, 2020

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This easy Cheesy Green Chile Rice Casserole recipe has just FOUR ingredients and is sure to be your new favorite side dish! Easy to make, delicious and inexpensive too! Add in some rotisserie chicken and dinner is done! More of our favorite side dishes include these Twice Baked Potatoes, Cranberry Sauce, and Twice Baked Casserole – all amazing!

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Green Chile Rice Casserole

More often than not I struggle with coming up with a tasty side dish for dinner. Sure, a lot of our meals are “all in one” like our favorite casseroles, but lots of times we’re looking for an easy side dish to complete our meal.

This easy green chile casserole has been a family favorite for years. It’s absolutely delicious and hits the creamy and cheesy elements that we are all so fond of.

Make It A Meal

I could make this casserole a meal as it is but to make it more hearty, add a layer of cooked, diced chicken to the dish. Any leftover chicken will work but we especially love rotisserie chicken.

green chile rice in casserole dish sitting on wood board

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What To Serve With Green Chile Rice Casserole

It definitely has a bit of a Mexican flair with the addition of the fire roasted green chiles and goes great with recipes like enchiladas and tacos but we most often serve it with these favorites:

  1. Glazed Honey Balsamic Chicken
  2. Citrus Herb Roast Turkey Breast
  3. Crockpot Chili
  4. Creamy Mustard Baked Chicken Thighs
  5. 20 Minute Skillet Monterey Chicken

You really can’t go wrong! Depending on what we’re serving this casserole with, I’ll garnish with a little chopped cilantro or parsley for a nice pop of color.

top down view of casserole in baking dish with wood spoon to the side

Ingredients Needed

Let’s take a quick glance at what you’ll need for this recipe:

  • sour cream
  • fire roasted green chiles
  • cooked rice
  • shredded Pepper Jack cheese and I like to sometimes add a sprinkle of cheddar cheese on the top for a bit of color

If I have some on hand, I like to garnish the rice dish with some chopped cilantro, parsley or even some sliced jalapenos.

cheese layer on top of casserole shown in 2 image collage

FAQs

Is This Dish Spicy? The green chiles really do not have any spice to them, in my opinion, but, depending on the brand of Pepper Jack cheese that you use, there can be a bit of heat from that. If you are really worried about the spice level, feel free to substitute in Monterey Jack cheese in it’s place.

Can This Be Made Ahead of Time? This dish can be made in advance and reheated or, better yet, just assembled ahead of time and baked when ready. Be sure to let the casserole dish sit out for 30 minutes or so before placing in the oven.

How Do I Store Leftovers? Let the rice cool completely and then transfer to an airtight container. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The rice can also be frozen for up to 2 months. Let thaw overnight in the fridge.

casserole served up on white plate with fork and topped with chopped cilantro

More Favorite Side Dish Recipes

  1. The BEST Pea Salad
  2. Creamy Cucumber Salad
  3. Loaded Scalloped Potatoes
  4. Easy Creamed Corn (Two Ways!)
  5. Baked Sweet Potatoes

How To Make Cheesy Green Chile Rice Casserole

top down view of casserole in baking dish with wood spoon to the side
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Cheesy Green Chile Rice Casserole

This easy Cheesy Green Chile Rice Casserole recipe has just FOUR ingredients and is sure to be your new favorite side dish! Easy to make, delicious and inexpensive too! Add in some rotisserie chicken and dinner is done!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword green chile rice casserole
Prep Time 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes minutes
Servings 8
Calories 322kcal
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 4 oz diced fire roasted green chiles
  • 3 cups cooked rice
  • 8 oz Pepper Jack cheese shredded
  • 2 oz cheddar cheese shredded
  • garnish with cilantro, parsley or jalapenos optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350F.
  • Lightly spray an 8-in square casserole dish with cooking spray, 
  • Combine sour cream and diced green chiles in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Spoon 1 cup of rice into the bottom of the casserole dish.
  • Spread one-third of the sour cream mixture on top of the rice.
  • Top with one-third of the shredded pepper jack cheese.
  • Repeat layers two more times.
  • Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
  • Serve immediately.

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Nutrition

Calories: 322kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 63mg | Sodium: 243mg | Potassium: 132mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 647IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 332mg | Iron: 1mg

By Trish - Mom On Timeout October 3, 2020 4 Ingredients or Less, 40 Minutes or Less, 5 Ingredients or Less, Appetizers and Sides, Casseroles, One Dish Wonders, Recipes, Side Dishes, Uncategorized

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Comments

  1. Audrey Siegler says

    October 3, 2020 at 9:47 PM

    Are the green chilis hot and/or spicy? Hot & spicy are not my favorites.

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      October 4, 2020 at 11:03 AM

      From the post:
      FAQs
      Is This Dish Spicy? The green chiles really do not have any spice to them, in my opinion, but, depending on the brand of Pepper Jack cheese that you use, there can be a bit of heat from that. If you are really worried about the spice level, feel free to substitute in Monterey Jack cheese in it’s place.

      Reply
      • Llinda says

        September 1, 2021 at 6:13 PM

        You can purchase mild green chliies, For this who like it hot – go for the Hatch green chilies. Fresh roasted if can.

        Reply
  2. DIANE M says

    October 3, 2020 at 9:31 PM

    Looks yummy.
    Going to make it once I get the cheese.
    Thanks.

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      October 4, 2020 at 11:04 AM

      I’d love to know what you think after you give it a try Diane!

      Reply
  3. Connie says

    October 3, 2020 at 4:41 PM

    Would this freeze well?

    Reply
    • Trish - Mom On Timeout says

      October 4, 2020 at 11:04 AM

      From the post:
      How Do I Store Leftovers? Let the rice cool completely and then transfer to an airtight container. It will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The rice can also be frozen for up to 2 months. Let thaw overnight in the fridge.

      Reply
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