Best 9 Cheesy Vegetable Rice Casserole Recipes

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Cheesy vegetable rice casserole is a versatile and hearty dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and cheese, and it can be easily customized to your liking. Whether you're a vegetarian or a meat-lover, there's a cheesy vegetable rice casserole recipe out there for you. In this article, we'll explore some of the best cheesy vegetable rice casserole recipes, so you can find the one that's perfect for you. We'll also provide tips on how to make the dish even more delicious. So, get ready to enjoy a cheesy, veggie-packed rice casserole that will satisfy your taste buds and keep you coming back for more!

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

ONE POT EASY CHEESY VEGETABLES AND RICE



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This easy and cheesy one-pot dish gets to the table in under 15 minutes and is a great way to add more vegetables to your meal. Bonus - only one pot to clean!

Provided by Morton

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 ½ tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
½ teaspoon Morton® Fine Sea Salt
1 cup extra long grain rice (15 minute)
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
3 cups chicken stock
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in medium sauce pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add remaining ingredients, except for cheese.
  • Bring to a boil for 1 minute.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 10 minutes, or until liquid is absorbed.
  • Add cheese and stir until melted and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.8 g, Cholesterol 45.1 mg, Fat 20.3 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 15.6 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 1098 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

ONE POT RICE AND VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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This rice and vegetable casserole is the perfect one pot dinner, packed with veggies, rice and beans - such a hearty vegetable bake that's comforting and full of goodness.

Provided by Becca Heyes

Categories     Main meal

Time 1h10m

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tbsp oil
1 red onion, (cut into wedges)
1 medium aubergine ((eggplant), cut into chunky dice)
1 medium courgette ((zucchini), cut into chunky dice)
6 medium mushrooms, (quartered)
3 cloves garlic, (minced)
1 tsp dried mixed herbs ((I used an Italian-style blend))
210 g (~ 1 cup) white rice
1 litre ((~ 4 cups) vegetable stock)
3 medium tomatoes, (cut into wedges)
400 g tin cannellini beans, (drained (240g, or ~ 1 1/4 cups, when drained))
2 tbsp pesto
Black pepper
25 g (~ 1/3 cup) breadcrumbs (I used panko)
50 g (~ 1/2 cup) grated cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 190°C (Gas Mark 5 / 375°F).
  • Add the oil to a large saucepan or oven-proof casserole dish, and add the red onion, aubergine, courgette, mushrooms, garlic and mixed herbs. Cook over a medium heat for 5 minutes, until the vegetables are fragrant and beginning to brown.
  • If you used a saucepan that's not oven-proof, transfer to an oven-safe casserole dish. Add the rice, stock, tomatoes, beans, pesto, and plenty of black pepper. Mix well to combine.
  • Add a lid to the pan (or cover tightly with foil, if you don't have a lid), and bake in the oven for around 30 minutes. The rice should be fairly soft. Stir the casserole well, then add the breadcrumbs and grated cheese to the top. Bake again, uncovered, for a further 20 minutes, or until the topping is crisped up to your liking.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 portion, Calories 470 kcal, Carbohydrate 76 g, Protein 16.4 g, Fat 11.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 210 mg, Fiber 13.9 g, Sugar 10.3 g

CHEESY VEGETABLE RICE CASSEROLE



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My husband was craving something "cheesy and vegetable-y" so we threw some stuff in a pan and ended up with this. It turned out to be the most cheesy, creamy casserole I've ever had and it was fantastic. This is definitely a staple in our home now. We've done a version with just vegetables and a version with chicken.

Provided by Netanya

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 35m

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 lbs frozen vegetables
2 cups Minute Rice
4 -8 ounces heavy cream or 4 -8 ounces half-and-half
1 cup sour cream
1 1/2 lbs Velveeta cheese, thickly sliced (or similar)
2 -3 chicken breasts, cubed (optional)

Steps:

  • Choose frozen veggies such as broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, etc.
  • Boil veggies until close to tenderness you prefer.
  • Prepare minute rice.
  • In large baking dish (we used 9x11x4), mix veggies, rice, whipping cream and sour cream. If you're using chicken, mix in the cooked chicken now.
  • Arrange cheese pieces in a single layer on top of mixture.
  • Place baking dish in oven set to 400 degrees and cook until cheese is melted.
  • Remove dish and stir. Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and place back in oven until cheese is melted.
  • Remove from oven and serve.

CHEESY RICE CASSEROLE WITH TURKEY



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Gullah-Geechie cooking is all about one-dish meals, and this comforting rice casserole is just that. Instead of broccoli, which you'll commonly find in casseroles, I like to use a combination of shredded Brussels sprouts, carrots and red bell pepper for color and flavor.

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless turkey breast
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups chicken stock
1/2 cup half-and-half
One 8-ounce carton sour cream
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium red onion, diced (about 3 cups)
1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and thinly sliced (about 5 1/2 cups)
2 carrots, diced (1 1/4 cups)
1 red bell pepper, diced (1 cup)
1 1/2 cups parboiled rice
1 cup shredded sharp white Cheddar
2 cups shredded sharp yellow Cheddar
Nonstick cooking spray, for the baking dish
1 cup panko breadcrumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Place the turkey breast on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Bake until the turkey is done, about 25 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool 5 minutes, then dice.
  • Melt 4 tablespoons butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the flour and cook until it bubbles and begins to smell nutty, about 2 minutes. Slowly whisk in the chicken stock and half-and-half. Bring to a boil and cook until thickened, about 5 minutes. Stir in the sour cream and season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large, deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion, Brussels sprouts, carrots and bell pepper and sauté until the vegetables begin to become tender, about 5 minutes. Season with 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper.
  • Combine the vegetables, rice, turkey, white Cheddar and 1 cup yellow Cheddar in a large bowl. Spoon the mixture into a lightly greased 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Melt the remaining 4 tablespoons butter in a small bowl or microwave-proof glass measure, then add the panko and stir to combine. Sprinkle over the top along with the remaining cup yellow Cheddar.
  • Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake until the liquid is absorbed, the rice is tender and the cheese is melted, about 15 more minutes.

VEGETABLE & RICE CASSEROLE



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This was so GOOD! I had stuff left over. We are on a very tight budget, which precludes the extravagant waste of food, so I concocted this recipe in order to stick to my guns, so to speak. It was WAY good, and you can substitute your own ingredients. It is mega-versatile. Enjoy it! NOTE: You can also add pre-cooked meat to this, and season accordingly to make a one-dish meal!

Provided by Pagan

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 42m

Yield 2 -quart casserole, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 dash cooking spray, as needed
1 cup cooked rice (cooked weight)
2 1/2 cups mixed vegetables (canned-precooked until soft but not yet tender)
1 pinch salt
1 pinch pepper, to taste
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup breadcrumbs (left over) or 1/3 cup prepared stuffing (left over)
1/3 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
1 pinch ground cayenne pepper
1 pinch Hungarian paprika

Steps:

  • Spray 2-quart casserole to prevent massive sticking.
  • Layer the casserole contents in exactly the order listed above.
  • Cover and bake in a 375°F oven for 35-40 minutes.

CHEESY VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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I am happy to share this 50-year-old Cheesy Vegetable Casserole recipe. It came from my mother-in-law, who taught me how to cook. It is one of my family's favorite dishes, yielding enough for a group or you can cut it in half to serve a few. -Irene Redick, Trenton, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium onion, chopped
5 tablespoons butter, divided
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 package (16 ounces) frozen corn, thawed
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1/2 cup dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°. In a large skillet, saute onion in 2 tablespoons butter until tender. Add the mushrooms, red pepper, salt and pepper; cook and stir until vegetables are tender, 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer., In a greased 2-qt. baking dish, layer half of the corn, mushroom mixture, cheese and brown sugar; repeat layers. , Melt the remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs and parsley. Sprinkle over casserole. , Bake, uncovered, until golden brown, 25-30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359 calories, Fat 22g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 624mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

BAKED RICE, CHEESE AND VEGETABLE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Jackie O'Halloran

Categories     Cheese     Rice     Vegetable     Side     Bake     Broil     Vegetarian     Corn     Swiss Cheese     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6 to 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1 onion, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 1/2 cups frozen whole kernel corn, thawed
1 large tomato, seeded, chopped
3 cups cooked rice (about 1 cup raw)
2 cups grated Swiss cheese (about 6 ounces)
3 tablespoons whipping cream
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried

Steps:

  • Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium-low heat. Add onion and bell pepper and sauté until tender, about 8 minutes. Add corn and tomato and sauté 3 minutes. Add rice, 1 cup cheese, cream and thyme and stir until cheese melts and mixture is heated through. Transfer mixture to 8-cup soufflé dish.
  • Preheat broiler. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup cheese over rice mixture. Broil until cheese melts, about 2 minutes.

VEGETABLE RICE CASSEROLE



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"This is my family's favorite side dish any tome of year. It's especially good when fresh produce is in season," says Marcia Nelson from Ponca City, Oklahoma. Brown sugar adds a hint of sweetness to the rice and layered vegetables in this colorful casserole.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup uncooked rice
1 pound zucchini, sliced
1 pound yellow summer squash, sliced
1 large onion, sliced
3 tablespoons minced fresh basil, divided
1 medium green pepper, julienned
4 celery ribs with leaves, chopped
2 large tomatoes, sliced
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Spread the rice into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Layer with zucchini, yellow squash, onion and half of the basil; top with green pepper, celery and tomatoes. Combine the brown sugar, salt and pepper; sprinkle over vegetables. Drizzle with oil. Cover and bake at 350° for 1 hour or until tender. Sprinkle with remaining basil.

Nutrition Facts :

CHEESY MEXI-RICE CASSEROLE



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A great way to use leftover rice. This is delicious and has a little bit of 'kick' to it. We like it as a side dish with grilled chicken breasts. If you have any left, it freezes well, too!

Provided by MAHooper

Categories     Side Dish     Casseroles

Time 1h15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 quart water
2 cups uncooked long-grain white rice
2 tablespoons chicken broth
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 small yellow onion, chopped
1 (15 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 (11 ounce) can Mexican-style corn, drained
1 (11 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, with liquid
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers, drained
1 (8 ounce) package Mexican-style processed cheese food, cubed
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon chili powder
¾ cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 3 1/2 quart casserole dish.
  • In a saucepan, bring water to a boil. Stir in rice, reduce heat, and cover. Simmer for 20 minutes.
  • In a wok or large skillet, heat the broth and saute the garlic, bell pepper and onion until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in cooked rice, cream-style corn, Mexican-style corn, whole kernel corn, diced tomatoes with chiles, green chiles, Mexican-style processed cheese, salt, pepper and chili powder. Spoon into prepared casserole dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until bubbly. Top with shredded Cheddar, cover and bake 5 minutes more. Remove from oven, uncover and let stand 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.3 calories, Carbohydrate 56.7 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 12.4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 1045.8 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will give your casserole a more colorful and flavorful result. Some good choices include broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, celery, peas, and corn.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. They should be tender but still have a bit of a crunch.
  • Use a good quality cheese. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your casserole. A sharp cheddar or a Gruyère are both good choices.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings. This is a great way to customize the casserole to your own taste. Some good options include garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
  • Serve the casserole hot. This is when it will be at its best.

Conclusion:

Cheesy vegetable rice casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With its creamy cheese sauce, tender vegetables, and fluffy rice, this casserole is sure to be a hit with everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this cheesy vegetable rice casserole a try. You won't be disappointed.

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