Green Chile-Rice Casserole Recipe

Name: Green Chile-Rice Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon margarine; ½ cup chopped onion; 1 ¼ cups vegetable broth; 1 cup water; 1 (4 1/2 ounce) canchopped green chilies, undrained; 1 teaspoon seeded minced jalapeno pepper; 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice; 2 (8 ounce) cartons tofutti better-than-cream-cheese; 1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained; ¼ teaspoon garlic powder; salt; cooking spray; cilantro (optional); 4 ounces grated monterey jack-style soy cheese (optional)

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon margarine
½ cup chopped onion
1 ¼ cups vegetable broth
1 cup water
1 (4 1/2 ounce) canchopped green chilies, undrained
1 teaspoon seeded minced jalapeno pepper
1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
2 (8 ounce) cartons tofutti better-than-cream-cheese
1 (2 ounce) jar diced pimentos, drained
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
salt
cooking spray
cilantro (optional)
4 ounces grated monterey jack-style soy cheese (optional)

1
Melt margarine in a large saucepan over medium heat.
2
Add onion; saute 5 minutes.
3
Add veggie broth and next 3 ingredients.
4
Bring to a boil; add rice, stirring well.
5
Cover, reduce heat and simmer 25 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.
6
Remove from heat.
7
Stir in tofutti better-than-cream-cheese, pimiento and garlic powder.
8
Preheat oven to 350F.
9
Spoon mixture into a 1-quart baking dish coated with cooking spray.
10
Bake, uncovered at 350F for 20 minutes.
11
Sprinkle with soy cheese if using.
12
Bake an additional 5 minutes or until cheese melts.
13
Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired.

499

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon margarine, ½ cup chopped onion, 1 ¼ cups vegetable broth, 1 cup water, and more.

Yes, Green Chile-Rice Casserole falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Green Chile-Rice Casserole

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions