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A delectable casserole dish featuring cheesy chicken enchilada rice.

Ultimate Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Rice Casserole

This Ultimate Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Rice Casserole is a comforting and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, aromatic spices, creamy enchilada sauce, and melted cheese for a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cubed chicken, uncooked rice, enchilada sauce, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
  3. Spread the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. Top the casserole with the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
  5. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the rice is tender.
  6. Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a complete Mexican-inspired feast, serve this Ultimate Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Rice Casserole with a side of Chicken Enchilada Casserole, Chicken Casserole, or Chicken Enchilada Crock Pot Meal. The key to success is in the preparation and layering of the ingredients, as well as finding the perfect ratio of rice to liquid and the right cheese blend.