Description
Chicken Enchilada Rice Casserole is a creamy, cheesy weeknight winner that brings bold enchilada flavors into one simple bake. Tender shredded chicken, fluffy rice, enchilada sauce, corn, and green chilies melt with cheddar into a golden, family-friendly casserole. Naturally gluten-free and ready in 35 minutes, it’s a comforting crowd-pleaser that reheats well for leftovers, meal prep, and Pinterest-worthy weeknight dinners. Perfect for busy cooks seeking a complete, satisfying dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 2 cups cooked white rice
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: cilantro, avocado, sour cream
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked rice, enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes, corn, and green chilies.
- Stir in cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in 1 cup of shredded cheese.
- Spread mixture evenly into a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese over the top.
- Bake 20–25 minutes until hot and bubbly.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
- Add desired toppings and enjoy.
Notes
- Optional toppings: cilantro, avocado, sour cream
- Make ahead: assemble and refrigerate up to 1 day before baking
- Can substitute brown rice for a healthier option
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 311
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 54 g
- Saturated Fat: 28 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 125 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 44 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg
Keywords: Chicken Enchilada Rice Casserole, enchilada rice bake, gluten free dinner, weeknight dinner, cheesy casserole, Mexican inspired, 35 minute meal, family dinner, easy casserole, corn and chilies