Best 9 Southwestern Rice With Cheese Recipes

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Taste the enticing blend of textures and flavors by discovering the delectable southwestern rice with cheese! This extraordinary dish combines the best of two culinary worlds, Mexican and American, showcasing a symphony of vibrant colors and mouthwatering ingredients. Embark on a culinary journey through the captivating landscapes of the Southwest, where spicy chilies, savory cheeses, and tender grains dance together in perfect harmony. Unleash your inner chef and delve into the culinary traditions of the Southwest to create this extraordinary dish that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to a world of culinary wonders.

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

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN AND RICE RECIPE BY TASTY



Southwestern Chicken And Rice Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: sour cream, lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, fresh cilantro, white rice, black beans, corn, small tomato, shredded rotisserie chicken, shredded cheese blend, fresh cilantro

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ½ tablespoons sour cream
1 tablespoon lime juice
¼ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
½ cup white rice, cooked
¼ cup black beans
¼ cup corn, cooked
½ small tomato, chopped
½ cup shredded rotisserie chicken
⅛ cup shredded cheese blend
½ teaspoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped

Steps:

  • Make the sauce: Combine the sour cream, lime juice, cumin, paprika, salt, pepper, and cilantro in a mason jar. Stir with a fork until smooth and well-combined.
  • Add the rice, black beans, corn, tomato, chicken, cheese, and cilantro.
  • Store in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
  • When ready to eat, shake well to combine.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 889 calories, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 49 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 57 grams, Sugar 5 grams

SOUTHWESTERN FRIED RICE



Southwestern Fried Rice image

After I made this I wasn't sure why it was called a "fried rice" but I guess if you look at it from a spicy southwestern way. Even though it's not fried it's a great dish. Very fast and easy to make!!

Provided by iluvmythomas

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed
1 (10 ounce) package frozen corn, thawed
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 small onion, shopped
2 teaspoons canola oil
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup salsa
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 cups uncooked instant rice
1/2 shredded low-fat cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, sauté the chicken, corn green pepper and onion in oil until chicken juices run clear.
  • Stir in the broth, salsa, chili powder and cayenne; bring to a boil.
  • Add the rice.
  • Cover and remove from heat; let stand for 5 minutes.
  • Fluff with a fork.
  • Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Cover and let stand for 2-3 minutes for until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.4, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 43.9, Sodium 444.3, Carbohydrate 34.3, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 2.3, Protein 22.5

SOUTHWEST VEGGIE AND RICE CASSEROLE



Southwest Veggie and Rice Casserole image

Provided by Beth Moncel

Categories     Bean     Rice     Bake     Dinner     Casserole/Gratin

Yield Serves 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 medium jalapeño, seeded and diced
1 medium bell pepper, seeded and diced
1 medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup frozen corn kernels
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes with chiles (see Chef's Tip, below)
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
3 cups Taco Rice
2 cups shredded sharp cheddar
2 green onions, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F. Coat an 8-by-8-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-low heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the onions have softened. Add the jalapeño and bell peppers, zucchini, chili powder, and salt to the skillet and stir to combine. Raise the heat to medium and continue to sauté until the vegetables are soft and no liquid remains on the bottom of the skillet, about 10 minutes.
  • In a large bowl, combine the corn kernels, diced tomatoes and chiles, and black beans. Add the sautéed vegetables, Taco Rice, and shredded cheddar cheese to the bowl and stir until evenly mixed.
  • Pour the rice and vegetable mixture into the prepared casserole dish and bake for 20 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the green onions over the casserole and serve.

SOUTHWESTERN RICE BAKE



Southwestern Rice Bake image

Whenever I have a hard time planning dinner, my husband requests his favorite bake. Often, I use it as an entree, served with warm tortillas. Other times, I eliminate the meat and present it as a spicy side dish.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups cooked brown or white rice
1/2 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
1-1/4 cups sour cream
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Sliced ripe olives, chopped tomatoes and green onions, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the rice, beef, sour cream, 3/4 cup of Monterey Jack cheese, 3/4 cup of cheddar cheese, chilies, salt and pepper. , Spoon into a greased 1-1/2-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheeses. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through. Serve with olives, tomatoes and onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 612 calories, Fat 36g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 133mg cholesterol, Sodium 811mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN RICE



Southwestern Rice image

I created this colorful side dish after eating something similar at a restaurant. It complements any Tex-Mex meal wonderfully. Sometimes I add cubes of grilled chicken breast to the rice to make it a meal in itself. -Michelle Dennis, Clarks Hill, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium green pepper, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon ground turmeric
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 cups frozen corn (about 10 ounces), thawed
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute pepper and onion 3 minutes. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute., Stir in rice, spices and broth; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until rice is tender, about 15 minutes. Stir in remaining ingredients; cook, covered, until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 198 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 339mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

SLOW-COOKER SOUTHWEST CHEESY CHICKEN AND RICE



Slow-Cooker Southwest Cheesy Chicken and Rice image

Destined to become a new family favorite, this slow-cooker dinner dishes out lots of love in the form of extra-cheesy rice, tender chicken, black beans and corn.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 package (0.85 oz) Old El Paso™ chicken taco seasoning mix
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs
1 can (14.5 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted diced tomatoes, drained
1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup fresh or frozen whole kernel sweet corn
8 oz Kraft™ Velveeta™ cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (8 oz)
4 cups cooked white rice
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Spray 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In small bowl, mix taco seasoning mix, cumin, salt and red pepper. Sprinkle both sides of chicken thighs with seasoning mixture; arrange in slow cooker. Pour tomatoes, beans and corn over chicken in slow cooker. Cover; cook on High heat setting 2 to 2 1/2 hours or until juice of chicken is clear when thickest part is cut (at least 165°F). Remove chicken and, using two forks, shred into bite-size pieces.
  • Add Velveeta™ and Cheddar cheeses to slow cooker. Cover; cook 15 minutes. Beat with whisk until cheeses have melted into sauce. Add rice and shredded chicken; stir to combine. Cover; cook about 10 minutes or until hot. Garnish with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 145 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 37 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1540 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 1/2 g

SOUTHWEST CHEESY CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



Southwest Cheesy Chicken and Rice Casserole image

A creation of mine that my family really enjoys. Makes a nice cheesy rice. I haven't made it with the nacho or cheddar cheese soup yet. **Note: the 21 oz milk is equal to two soup cans full.**

Provided by ChipotleChick

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h25m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can cream of chicken soup
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can Campbell southwest-style pepper jack soup (Campbell's) or 1 (10 1/2 ounce) can a cheddar cheese soup
2 chipotle chiles in adobo, diced fine (optional)
2 cups long grain rice
21 ounces milk
3 slices muenster cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Mix everything together except the chicken and the muenster cheese.
  • Pour into a greased 9x13" baking dish. Place chicken breasts on top.
  • Bake, covered, for a hour and fifteen minutes.
  • Uncover, and place 1/2 slice muenster cheese atop each piece of chicken.
  • Bake an additional 15 minutes or until chicken is bo longer pink and juices run clear.
  • Let stand a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 518.9, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 6.4, Cholesterol 100.8, Sodium 545, Carbohydrate 58, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 0.5, Protein 39.6

CHEESY SOUTHWEST RICE AND CORN



Cheesy Southwest Rice and Corn image

Add some flavor to your weeknight dinners with this Cheesy Southwest Rice and Corn. It couldn't be simpler! Sauté your veggies and mix, then enjoy cheesy Southwest rice with red peppers, onion, corn and green chiles.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 25m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 cups water
2 cups instant white rice, uncooked
1 Tbsp. oil
1 small onion, chopped
1/2 cup chopped red peppers
1-1/2 cups frozen corn
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Pepper Jack Cheese
1/2 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chiles, undrained
1/4 cup plus 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro, divided

Steps:

  • Bring water to boil in medium saucepan. Stir in rice; cover. Remove from heat. Let stand 5 min. or until water is absorbed and rice is tender.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in large saucepan on medium heat. Add onions and red peppers; cook 4 to 5 min. or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently. Add corn; cook and stir 3 min. Add garlic; cook 1 min., stirring constantly. Remove from heat.
  • Fluff rice with fork. Add to cooked vegetables along with the cheeses, chiles and 1/4 cup cilantro; stir until shredded cheese is completely melted and mixture is well blended. Sprinkle with remaining cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 190 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 6 g

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN AND RICE CASSEROLE



Southwest Chicken and Rice Casserole image

All your favorite Southwest flavors in an easy-to-make chicken and rice casserole.

Provided by Debbie Wind Bailey

Categories     Chicken and Rice Casserole

Time 1h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

nonstick cooking spray
1 (3 pound) cooked rotisserie chicken, meat removed from bones and chopped
1 ½ cups uncooked white rice
1 (19 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (12 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
2 ¾ cups tomato sauce
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup sour cream
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground ancho chile pepper
½ teaspoon ground white pepper
½ cup chicken broth
1 ½ cups grated aged Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spray a 4-quart casserole dish with nonstick spray. Add chicken, uncooked rice, black beans, and corn and stir until combined. Set aside.
  • Mix tomato sauce, 2 cups chicken broth, sour cream, chili powder, salt, cumin, ancho chile pepper, and white pepper together in a large bowl. Pour into the casserole dish and mix well; contents should be fairly soupy. Cover with foil.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove from the oven, uncover, and stir.
  • Add the remaining 1/2 cup chicken broth if the casserole is too dry or beginning to stick. Cover again and return to the oven until rice is soft, about 40 more minutes.
  • Remove foil, stir contents, and sprinkle with grated Cheddar cheese. Return to the oven until cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 497.6 calories, Carbohydrate 42.3 g, Cholesterol 96.9 mg, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 5.6 g, Protein 33 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 1352.3 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dish will taste. Use fresh vegetables, flavorful rice, and a good quality cheese.
  • Cook the rice properly: Be sure to cook the rice according to the package directions. Undercooked rice will be hard and crunchy, while overcooked rice will be mushy.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables: Vegetables should be cooked until they are tender-crisp. Overcooked vegetables will be mushy and flavorless.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: Don't just use one or two vegetables in your Southwestern rice. Use a variety of colors and textures for a more interesting dish.
  • Season the rice well: Don't be afraid to season the rice with salt, pepper, and other spices. This will help to bring out the flavors of the rice and the other ingredients.
  • Let the rice rest before serving: After cooking the rice, let it rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help the rice to absorb all of the flavors of the other ingredients.

Conclusion:

Southwestern rice with cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great dish to serve at a potluck or party. With its simple ingredients and bold flavors, Southwestern rice with cheese is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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