Green Rice Chile Bake

Packed with bold flavors and comforting textures, this Green Rice Chile Bake is a mouthwatering casserole that’s perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks. Featuring fluffy white rice, zesty diced green chiles, and a blend of creamy Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses, this recipe bakes to golden, bubbly perfection in just 35 minutes. The rich mixture of sour cream, milk, and eggs infused with aromatic spices like garlic and cumin ensures every bite is loaded with savory goodness. Garnished with fresh cilantro for a burst of color and freshness, this easy-to-make dish is a satisfying twist on classic casseroles. Perfect as a side or main course, it’s sure to become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups Cooked white rice
• 2 4-ounce cans Diced green chiles (canned)
• 2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, diced green chiles (with their juices), 1.5 cups of shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until evenly distributed.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the sour cream, milk, and eggs. Add the garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure the seasonings are evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Pour the sour cream mixture into the rice and cheese mixture. Stir until everything is thoroughly combined.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.

Step 6

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of Monterey Jack cheese and 0.5 cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 9

Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the top for garnish before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1676.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2712.7

Total Fat 166.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 837.4mg	0%
Sodium 7093.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 193.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.8g
Protein 129.7g	0%

Vitamin D 237.4IU	0%
Calcium 3203.0mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 1229.7mg	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: 53.7%

Protein: 18.6%

Carbs: 27.7%