Mexican Rice

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Creamy, cheesy baked rice casserole with a savory tomato-chili base
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This comforting Mexican Rice casserole transforms simple cooked rice into a rich, savory dish perfect for family dinners. Layers of seasoned rice are mixed with a creamy sour cream and chili blend, then topped with melted Monterey Jack and Parmesan cheese. The result is a warm, gooey texture with a perfect balance of tangy and mild flavors. It’s an easy vegetarian main that feels indulgent without being complicated. Serve it as a standalone meal or alongside tacos and burritos for a hearty feast that everyone will love. ItâÂÂs a crowd-pleaser that comes together quickly with pantry staples.

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Mexican Rice

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 445.7

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This comforting Mexican Rice casserole transforms simple cooked rice into a rich, savory dish perfect for family dinners. Layers of seasoned rice are mixed with a creamy sour cream and chili blend, then topped with melted Monterey Jack and Parmesan cheese. The result is a warm, gooey texture with a perfect balance of tangy and mild flavors. It&# 226;ÂÂs an easy vegetarian main that feels indulgent without being complicated. Serve it as a standalone meal or alongside tacos and burritos for a hearty feast that everyone will love. ItâÂÂs a crowd-pleaser that comes together quickly with pantry staples.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350ðF (175ðC).
  2. In a medium bowl, mix the sour cream with the canned chili mixture and salt until smooth.
  3. Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  4. Spread 1 cup of the cooked seasoned rice evenly in the bottom of the dish.
  5. Spread half of the sour cream-chili mixture over the first layer of rice.
  6. Top with half of the Monterey Jack cheese strips.
  7. Repeat layers: add another cup of rice, the remaining sour cream mixture, and the rest of the cheese strips.
  8. Top with the final cup of rice.
  9. Bake for 25 minutes, or until the rice is heated through and the cheese begins to melt.
  10. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the top.
  11. Return to oven and bake for 5 more minutes until the Parmesan is melted and bubbly.
  12. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 445.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 42.3g66%
Saturated Fat 26.3g132%
Cholesterol 113.0mg38%
Sodium 215.0mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 11.9g4%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 8.9g
Protein 7.1g15%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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