How To Make Creamy Mexican Chicken Casserole Recipe
A flavorful and creamy casserole that combines Mexican spices with chicken and rice.
Preparation: 15 minutes
Cooking: 40 minutes
Total: 55 minutes
Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 jalapeño, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup rice, cooked
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onions, bell pepper, and jalapeño. Cook until softened.
- Add garlic, cooked chicken, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in cooked rice, chicken broth, and heavy cream.
- Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe casserole dish. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories : 535kcal
- Total Fat : 34g
- Saturated Fat : 17g
- Cholesterol : 177mg
- Sodium : 815mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 26g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 3g
- Protein : 33g
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