Green Chile and Rice Casserole

Green chile is a staple ingredient in Southwestern cuisine and adds a unique flavor and heat to dishes.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 12.

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Green Chile and Rice Casserole

Cooking Method: Baking, Simmering Cuisine: Mexican, Southwestern Courses: Dinner, Main Dish, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Long-grain white rice
• 4 cup Vegetable broth
• 1 cup Green chiles, roasted, peeled, and chopped
• 1 medium Onion, chopped
• 2 clove Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup Frozen corn kernels
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoon Sliced green onions

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large saucepan, combine the rice and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
3. In a separate pan, sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until the onion is translucent.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, sautéed onion and garlic, chopped green chiles, frozen corn kernels, sour cream, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
5. Transfer the mixture to a greased casserole dish.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Remove from the oven and let rest for 10 minutes.
8. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 300kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 8g13%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

Sugars 2g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.