Best 6 Spanish Rice Casserole Recipes

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Spanish rice casserole is a simple yet flavorful dish that combines the bold flavors of Spanish cuisine with the convenience of a casserole. Made with rice, vegetables, protein, and a variety of spices, this dish is a perfect weeknight meal that can be easily tailored to your dietary preferences and taste buds. Whether you prefer a vegetarian version or one loaded with chicken, beef, or seafood, there's a Spanish rice casserole recipe out there for everyone.

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SPANISH RICE CASSEROLE



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This is easy and very tasty, it's good served hot or at room temperature for a side dish, or as a main meal. All ingredients can be adjusted to taste. Add in finely chopped jalapeno pepper or crushed chili peppper for some heat.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Rice

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb ground beef
1 onion, finely chopped
1 -2 tablespoon fresh minced garlic
1 small green bell pepper, chopped
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can tomatoes (drained)
1 cup water (or use juice from tomatoes with water to make 1 cup)
1/2-3/4 cup uncooked long-grain rice
1/2 cup chili sauce
salt and pepper
1 -2 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon cumin (or to taste)
2 -3 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (can use more)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional and to taste)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 375 degrees.
  • Grease a 2-quart casserole dish.
  • In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat; drain the fat, and transfer beef to a large pot over medium low heat.
  • Stir in onion, garlic green pepper, tomatoes, water, rice, chili sauce, salt, pepper, brown sugar, cumin and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Let simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, then transfer to a 2-quart casserole dish; press mixture down firmly.
  • Sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.

EASY SPANISH RICE CASSEROLE



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This was a standard when I was growing up. I love it. It's a very tasty and kid-friendly casserole, works as meal or a side. It can be a little bland, so add some hot sauce on top for the grownups.

Provided by Adam S

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 1h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound bacon
1 cup chopped onion
1 cup chopped green bell pepper
1 (16 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, halved
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
salt to taste
4 cups cooked white rice
4 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Partially drain fat from the skillet.
  • Heat remaining bacon fat in the skillet over medium heat. Cook onion and bell pepper in the fat until tender, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, pepper, and salt; continue to cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes. Add cooked rice to sauce mixture. Transfer rice and sauce mixture to a large mixing bowl.
  • Crumble bacon. Stir 3/4 of the Cheddar cheese and 3/4 of the crumbled bacon into the hot rice mixture until cheese is melted. Transfer to a 9x11-inch glass oven-proof dish. Sprinkle remaining bacon and Cheddar cheese on top.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese on top is bubbly, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 752.6 calories, Carbohydrate 83.5 g, Cholesterol 92.9 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 32.3 g, SaturatedFat 17.3 g, Sodium 1239.5 mg, Sugar 5.2 g

SPICY SPANISH PORK CHOPS AND RICE CASSEROLE



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This is so flavorful. It is a combination of a couple different recipes and my own personal touches. We like things spicy, so use mild rotel and omit the jalapeno and tabasco if you don't want spicy. I'm going to try this with brown rice next time, I have a feeling it would be really good. I'll let you know!

Provided by HeidiSue

Categories     Pork

Time 1h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

4 -6 pork chops (I used 4 big Costco bone-in chops)
1/2 cup orzo pasta
3/4 cup rice
4 tablespoons butter, divided
1 (10 ounce) can rotel
1 (10 ounce) can beef consomme
1 cup v 8 juice
salt & pepper
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Kitchen Bouquet
1 tablespoon mustard
1 teaspoon cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 dash Tabasco sauce
1 small onion, very thinly sliced
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper on pork chops.
  • Brown pork chops in 2 tbl of the butter in a sautee pan.
  • Remove pork chops from pan and set aside.
  • Add remaining 2 tbl of butter to pan.
  • Add orzo and sautee until slightly browned.
  • Add rice to pan, stir and remove from heat.
  • Pour rice on the bottom of a lightly greased 13x9 baking dish.
  • Place pork chops on top of rice.
  • Scatter sliced onions and peppers over the pork chops.
  • Combine remaining ingredients in a bowl and pour over pork chops.
  • Cover baking dish with foil.
  • Bake for 50-60 minutes until rice is done.

SPANISH RICE TURKEY CASSEROLE



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Everyone in my family loves this casserole, even my eighty-year-old grandparents who aren't big fans of Mexican food. Mild green chilies, tender cubes of turkey, tomatoes and lots of cheese make a mouthwatering filling.-Ann Herren, Pulaski, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages (6.8 ounces each) Spanish rice and pasta mix
1/4 cup butter, cubed
4 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
3 cups cubed cooked turkey or chicken
1 can (11 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, saute rice and vermicelli in butter until golden brown. Gradually stir in the water, tomatoes and contents of rice seasoning packets. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until rice is tender. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the turkey, corn, sour cream and 1/2 cup cheese. Stir in rice mixture. , Transfer to a greased 3-qt. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese (dish will be full). Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 348 calories, Fat 16g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 937mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

CHEESY CHICKEN SPANISH RICE CASSEROLE



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This is my version of a friend's recipe. It's fabulous!

Provided by jackie shipman

Categories     Casseroles

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb shredded chicken (or more if you like yours meatier)
1 diced green pepper
1/2 c diced onion
3 c cooked white rice
1 can(s) can tomato sauce (8 oz)
1 can(s) diced tomatoes w/juice (16oz)
1 1/2 c diced/cubed velveeta
1 tsp chili powder
1 pinch salt to taste
1 pinch pepper to taste
1 c mexican blend shredded cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Cook Chicken and shred. (leftover Rotisserie Chicken works well for this dish too!)
  • 2. Saute chicken, green pepper, and onion in a skillet until onions are translucent.
  • 3. In an extra large bowl mix rice, tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, velveeta, salt and pepper.
  • 4. Stir in chicken and veggies.
  • 5. Transfer to a large casserole dish.
  • 6. Sprinkle top with cheese shreds.
  • 7. Bake at 350 for 30 - 40 minutes........ until hot and bubbly.

ITALIAN-SPANISH RICE CASSEROLE BARBAJA W.



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Italian Spanish Rice casserole uses up leftovers from other meals fast. Can microwave in a hurry. May make ahead then put in fridge with a lid to heat when you get ready. I threw it together when needed to use up leftovers

Provided by barbaja w.

Categories     Grains

Time 25m

Yield 1 casserole, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

rice (that you previously cooked for example minute rice or from another meal that is leftover)
0.5 (1 ounce) envelope onion soup
1 lb cooked crumbled lean hamburger
chopped fresh onions or chopped dehydrated onion
spaghetti sauce (leftovers if possible) or taco sauce (leftovers if possible)
canned corn or frozen corn, drained
canned mushroom, drained
fresh cooked drained bacon (save the drippings)
shredded cheese

Steps:

  • Mix the rice and tomato sauce together place in a microwave safe casserole.
  • Take the hamburger that is mixed with a little bacon drippings (this is ok because the hamburger was 90% lean).
  • Layer the meat in next.
  • Layer in the corn then layer the mushrooms.
  • Then the corn then the bacon for flavor and decoration.
  • Now the shredded cheese.
  • Microwave on high 5 minutes or so until heated through and the cheese is melted.
  • This sounds strange, so if you are a health nut remember that the hamburger was 90% lean and the bacon is for garnish so there is only a little (do not use bacon bits). Did you know you can also add chili beans as a layer if you want. The 1/2 envelope of onion soup might be used to add flavor to the tomato sauce if the sauce is a variety that is boring or bland. Use a little and taste to see if you want to add more or use none if not needed.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your Spanish rice casserole. Look for high-quality rice, such as basmati or jasmine, and use fresh vegetables and herbs.
  • Sauté the vegetables before adding them to the casserole: This will help to bring out their flavor and prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Use a flavorful broth: The broth you use will add a lot of flavor to the casserole, so choose a broth that you enjoy the taste of. You can use chicken broth, beef broth, or vegetable broth.
  • Add some protein: If you want to make your casserole a little more filling, you can add some protein, such as cooked chicken, beef, or shrimp.
  • Don't overcook the rice: The rice should be cooked through, but it should still have a little bit of a bite to it. If you overcook the rice, it will become mushy.
  • Let the casserole rest before serving: This will allow the flavors to meld together and the casserole to set up.

Conclusion:

Spanish rice casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With its combination of flavorful ingredients and textures, this casserole is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Spanish rice casserole a try. You won't be disappointed!

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