Best 6 Fiesta Chicken Rice Bake Recipes

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Fiesta chicken rice bake is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine with the comforting goodness of a rice casserole. This one-pot meal is packed with tender chicken, colorful vegetables, a creamy sauce, and a medley of spices that come together to create a fiesta of flavor in every bite. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a festive dish to serve at your next gathering, this fiesta chicken rice bake is sure to be a hit.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

DUMP-AND-BAKE FIESTA CHICKEN AND RICE BAKE



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An amazingly delicious chicken and rice bake that requires minimal prep, you don't even have to boil the rice. Just dump the ingredients in the dish and bake!

Provided by The Seasoned Mom

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h15m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 sweet bell pepper (any color, finely diced)
1 cup finely diced sweet onion
1 ½ cups uncooked regular white rice
1 10.5 ounce can cream of chicken soup (NOT diluted)
1 10.5 ounce can cream of celery soup (NOT diluted)
1 cup water
1 lb. thin-sliced chicken breasts or chicken breast tenders (diced into bite-size pieces)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional garnish: sliced green onion (additional diced red pepper)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F (180C). Spray a 2-quart casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  • In the prepared dish (or in a separate bowl), stir together bell pepper, onion, uncooked rice, chicken soup, celery soup, water, and uncooked chicken.
  • Cover the dish with foil and bake for 1 hour (or until rice is tender and chicken is cooked through).
  • Remove cover, stir, and sprinkle with cheddar cheese. Return to the oven for 5 more minutes, or until cheese is melted.
  • Garnish with sliced green onion and diced red pepper just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 /6 of the recipe, Calories 363 kcal, Carbohydrate 46 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 7.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Cholesterol 63.6 mg, Sodium 712 mg, Fiber 1.7 g, Sugar 3.4 g

FIESTA CHICKEN



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Chili powder and picante sauce add just the right dash to this hearty main dish. It's a snap to assemble since it uses convenience foods. -Teresa Peterson, Kasson, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, undiluted
2 small tomatoes, chopped
1/3 cup picante sauce
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
2 to 3 teaspoons chili powder
12 corn tortillas (6 inches), cut into 1-inch strips
3 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 cup shredded Colby cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the soups, tomatoes, picante sauce, green pepper, onion and chili powder. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer half of the tortilla strips, chicken, soup mixture and cheese. Repeat layers. , Cover and bake at 350° until bubbly, 40-50 minutes. Freeze option: Cover and freeze unbaked casserole. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 802mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CHEESY FIESTA CHICKEN AND RICE BAKE



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This is a modification of a recipe I found on a Campbell's cream of chicken soup can. It was entirely a trial and error run, but it turned out absolutely great! The great thing about this recipe is that you can modify it to fit your own tastes. If you love vegetables, add veggies. If you like spicy food, season your chicken with hot seasonings. It's an easy fix for any number of people and you'll find yourself making it over and over again. I know I did!

Provided by MsBeginner

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cups success instant rice, uncooked
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can campbell's Fiesta nacho cheese soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup (use your favorite)
2/3 cup water
2/3 cup chicken broth
1/3 cup milk
1/3 cup onion
1 cup picante sauce or 1 cup salsa
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
salt
pepper
garlic powder
butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Grease an oven safe dish with butter.
  • Mix both soups, broth, milk, water and onion in a mixing bowl and set aside.
  • Season chicken with salt, pepper and garlic powder to taste.
  • Evenly spread rice into baking dish.
  • Pour soup mixture over rice as evenly as possible.
  • Place chicken into pan and cover.
  • Bake in oven for 45 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in the thickest part.
  • Let dish stand for 3 minutes to allow sauce to thicken. While dish is standing, top each chicken piece with shredded cheese and salsa.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 532.9, Fat 16.6, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 106.9, Sodium 1271.3, Carbohydrate 51.3, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 3.2, Protein 42.4

FIESTA CHICKEN AND RICE BAKE



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Pace® Fiesta Chicken and Rice Bake features easily found ingredients and bakes with no attention from the cook. Round out the meal with packaged lettuce mix and your family's favorite sorbet.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup or Campbell's® Condensed 98% Fat Free Cream of Chicken Soup
1 cup Pace® Chunky Salsa or Pace® Picante Sauce
½ cup water
1 cup whole kernel corn
¾ cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice
4 breast half, bone and skin removed (blank)s skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 pinch paprika
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Mix soup, salsa, water, corn and rice in 2-quart shallow baking dish. Top with chicken and sprinkle with paprika. Cover.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F for 45 minutes or until done. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.9 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 89.4 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 36.4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 1167.5 mg, Sugar 6 g

FIESTA CHICKEN AND RICE BAKE



Fiesta Chicken and Rice Bake image

Pace® Fiesta Chicken and Rice Bake features easily found ingredients and bakes with no attention from the cook. Round out the meal with packaged lettuce mix and your family's favorite sorbet.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (10.75 ounce) can Campbell's® Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup or Campbell's® Condensed 98% Fat Free Cream of Chicken Soup
1 cup Pace® Chunky Salsa or Pace® Picante Sauce
½ cup water
1 cup whole kernel corn
¾ cup uncooked regular long-grain white rice
4 breast half, bone and skin removed (blank)s skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 pinch paprika
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Mix soup, salsa, water, corn and rice in 2-quart shallow baking dish. Top with chicken and sprinkle with paprika. Cover.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F for 45 minutes or until done. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.9 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 89.4 mg, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 36.4 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 1167.5 mg, Sugar 6 g

FIESTA CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



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If you have looked at some of my other recipes, you know I am a lover of comfort food. I noticed the fiesta nacho canned soup one day in the grocery store and started to imagine what dish I could center around the soup. This is the result! Enjoy!

Provided by AshleyNeicole

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups rice, cooked
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans campbells Fiesta nacho cheese soup
1 cup milk
1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2/3 cup water
1 small onion, diced
2 cups shredded taco blend cheese, divided
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1/2 cup nacho cheese flavor Doritos, crushed (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Add the chicken, taco seasoning, water and onion to a skillet. Cook until chicken is no longer pink. Drain any excess water.
  • Add both cans of cheese soup and milk to a pot. Stir and heat until just boiling.
  • Pour rice, cheese mixture, diced tomatoes and chicken mixture into a non-stick baking dish. I used diced tomatoes with jalapenos. I used one slightly smaller than 13 x 9. Add 1 cup of the taco blend and sharp cheddar cheeses and mix well. Top with remaining taco blend and sharp cheddar cheeses.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, or until cheese is bubbling and soup mixture thickens.
  • Garnish top of casserole with crushed Doritos (optional).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610.2, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 142.1, Sodium 815.9, Carbohydrate 60.4, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 3.4, Protein 47.9

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, texture, and nutrients to your dish. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, zucchini, and carrots.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with spices. Fiesta chicken and rice is a versatile dish that can be customized to your own taste. Some popular spices to use include chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano.
  • Cook the chicken thoroughly. This is important to prevent foodborne illness. Make sure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the dish rest before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and the rice to absorb the juices from the chicken and vegetables.

Conclusion:

Fiesta chicken and rice is a quick, easy, and delicious meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With its bold flavors and colorful ingredients, fiesta chicken and rice is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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