Green Chili Cheesy Rice Bakey

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Green Chili Cheesy Rice Bakey, a creamy and comforting casserole perfect for any occasion! This dish combines fluffy white rice with the zesty kick of diced green chilies, melting together with Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses for a gooey, cheesy delight. A luscious cream cheese and seasoned milk mixture binds everything together, creating a rich and flavorful bake with hints of garlic and onion. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe is ideal as a hearty side dish or a satisfying vegetarian main. Garnish with fresh cilantro for a burst of color and added aroma, and serve it hot to impress family and friends!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked white rice
• 2 4-ounce cans Green chilies (diced, canned)
• 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 8 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing the baking dish)
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter and set it aside.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, diced green chilies, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, whole milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Pour the cream cheese mixture over the rice mixture and stir until everything is evenly combined.

Step 5

Transfer the rice mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 7

Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.

Step 8

Serve warm as a side dish or a main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1551.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3006.9

Total Fat 201.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 124.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 631.9mg	0%
Sodium 7688.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 189.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g	0%
Total Sugars 25.8g
Protein 122.7g	0%

Vitamin D 164.5IU	0%
Calcium 3043.4mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 1181.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.2%

Protein: 16.1%

Carbs: 24.8%