Tex Mex Chicken And Rice Casserole Recipe

Name: Tex Mex Chicken And Rice Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup chopped onion; 1 tablespoon butter; 7 ounces flavored rice mix chicken, with vermicelli; 1 cup long grain rice un cooked; 29 ounces chicken broth; 2 1/2 cups water; 4 cups chicken cooked cubed; 1 can diced tomato; 4 ounces chile peppers; 2 teaspoons dried basil; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1/8 teaspoon pepper; 1 cup cheddar

Servings: persons

1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon butter
7 ounces flavored rice mix chicken, with vermicelli
1 cup long grain rice un cooked
29 ounces chicken broth
2 1/2 cups water
4 cups chicken cooked cubed
1 can diced tomato
4 ounces chile peppers
2 teaspoons dried basil
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cheddar

1
In 3 qt saucepan, cook onion in butter until tender
2
Stir in rice-vermicelli mix, seasoning package, and un cooked rice. Stir and cook for 2 more minutes.
3
Stir in broth and water
4
Bring to boiling, cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 20 minutes
5
Transfer the rice mixture to a very large bowl.
6
Stir in chicken, tomato, chile peppers, basil, chili powder, cumin, and pepper
7
Transfer to a 3 quart casserole.
8
Bake, covered, in a 425 oven for 20 minutes.
9
Uncover, sprinkle with cheese, bake for 5 minutes more.

1178

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

166

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup chopped onion, 1 tablespoon butter, 7 ounces flavored rice mix chicken, with vermicelli, 1 cup long grain rice un cooked, and more.

Yes, Tex Mex Chicken And Rice Casserole falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tex Mex Chicken And Rice Casserole

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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