Best 6 Rice Monterey Jack Casserole Recipes

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Rice Monterey Jack casserole is a delicious and versatile dish that can be easily customized to suit your preferences. Whether you like it spicy, cheesy, or packed with vegetables, there's a recipe out there that's sure to please. This casserole is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal, or for a special occasion. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to enjoy a delicious and satisfying meal.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MONTEREY CHICKEN & RICE CASSEROLE



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Monterey Chicken & Rice Casserole - my whole family went crazy over this easy chicken casserole!! Even our super picky eaters! Chicken, rice, sour cream, cream of chicken, spinach, Monterey Jack Cheese, and french fried onions. Makes a great freezer meal! This is the most requested dinner in our house. #casserole #chickendinner #chickencasserole

Provided by Plain Chicken

Categories     Main Course

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 8

7½ cups cooked rice
4 cups chopped cooked chicken
1 (16-oz) container sour cream
2 (10.75-oz) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10-oz) package frozen spinach, (thawed and drained)
2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese, (divided)
2 garlic cloves (minced)
1 (6-oz) can French's French Fried Onions, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF. Lightly spray a 9x13-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, cooked chicken, cream of chicken soup, sour cream, drained spinach, 1 cup cheese, garlic and 1/2 can of French's French Fried Onions.
  • Pour into prepared pan.
  • Sprinkle remaining shredded cheese and onions on top of rice mixture.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 40 to 50 minutes.

RICE & MONTEREY JACK CASSEROLE



Rice & Monterey Jack Casserole image

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups sour cream
3/4 cup prepared rice
1 (2-ounce) can diced green chili
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Combine sour cream, rice and chiles arrange in layers with cheese in an ungreased 1-1/2 quart casserole dish. Bake at 350 degrees until heated through, about 15 minutes. From "5 Ingredients or Less!" Copyright Gooseberry Patch. Used with permission of the publisher, Gooseberry Patch. All Rights Reserved.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

GREEN CHILI RICE CASSEROLE



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"This cheesy bake is wonderful for church potlucks because it goes well with any main course," reports Naomi Newkirk from Sacramento, California. "I often sprinkle a little paprika over the top for color."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 cups cooked rice
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 pound Monterey Jack cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups sour cream

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients. Transfer to a greased 2-qt. baking dish. Cover and bake at 350° for 30 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 23g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 473mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

SPICY MEXICAN CHEESY RICE CASSEROLE



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Make and share this Spicy Mexican Cheesy Rice Casserole recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 55m

Yield 4-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cups cooked rice
1/2 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese or 1/2 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
4 ounces green chilies, chopped
4 green onions, chopped
2 ounces red peppers, chopped
1 cup sour cream
3 tablespoons recaito (cilantro-based seasoning)
1/2 teaspoon cumin
chili powder, to taste
salt, to taste
1/4 teaspoon pepper (or more, to taste)
red pepper flakes, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • In a medium bowl, combine cooked rice with cheese, chilies, and green onions.
  • Mix together.
  • In a small bowl, stir together sour cream, Recaito, cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper.
  • Add to rice mixture and stir thoroughly.
  • Spray an oven-proof casserole dish with vegetable oil spray.
  • Spread rice mixture in casserole bake uncovered for approximately 30–40 minutes until cheese melts.
  • Top with additional cheese, if desired.

CAITLIN'S MEXICAN RICE



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A different twist on Mexican rice. It can also be prepared ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator until ready to bake.

Provided by Kristina72913

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 ½ cups uncooked white rice
3 cups water
1 cup sour cream
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies
¼ teaspoon salt
1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
1 cup sliced ripe olives, divided
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Bring the rice and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the rice is tender, and the liquid has been absorbed, 20 to 25 minutes.
  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine sour cream, green chilies, and salt in a small bowl. Layer 1/2 of the cooked rice on the bottom of a 1 1/2 quart baking dish. Spread the sour cream mixture over the rice, and sprinkle the Monterey Jack cheese evenly on top. Layer half of the olives, followed by the remaining cooked rice and the Cheddar cheese. Decorate the top of the casserole with the remaining olives.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese has melted, 30 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 329.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32.6 g, Cholesterol 40.1 mg, Fat 17.2 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 11 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 574.4 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

JACKIE'S CHEESE MELT RICE CASSEROLE



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My friend Jackie gave me this recipe to try. Sounds so good. If you make it before I do, let me know how it turns out!

Provided by Lindas Busy Kitchen

Categories     Long Grain Rice

Time 1h

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups water
1 cup long-grain rice
1 tablespoon bouillon
16 ounces sour cream
1 1/2 cups colby cheese, shredded
1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded
4 ounces green chilies, chopped
1/2 cup red pepper, chopped
pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350�°F.
  • In a medium saucepan combine water, rice and
  • bouillon. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer about 15 minutes until tender.
  • In a small bowl combine all ingredients, reserving 1/2 cup of the Colby cheese.
  • Spoon mixture into a greased 9x9-inch casserole dish, and bake for 25 minutes
  • Top with remaining cheese, and bake another 5 minutes to melt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 713.6, Fat 47.7, SaturatedFat 29.7, Cholesterol 118, Sodium 498.2, Carbohydrate 47.2, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 2.9, Protein 24.8

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables. This will add flavor, color, and nutrients to your casserole. Some good options include bell peppers, onions, carrots, celery, and zucchini.
  • Don't overcook the rice. It should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it. Overcooked rice will make the casserole mushy.
  • Use a good quality cheese. Monterey Jack is a classic choice for this dish, but you can also use cheddar, Swiss, or any other type of cheese that you like.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment. There are many ways to make this casserole your own. You can add different spices, herbs, or vegetables. You can also top it with a breadcrumb or tortilla chip topping.

Conclusion:

Rice Monterey Jack casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a great way to use up leftover rice, and it is also a good way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. With a few simple tips, you can make this casserole even better. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give Rice Monterey Jack casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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