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cheesy chicken spanish rice casserole

(2 ratings)
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Recipe by
jackie shipman
@pussecat
JACKSONVILLE, FL

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

(2 ratings)
yield serving(s)
prep time 30 Min
cook time 35 Min

Ingredients For cheesy chicken spanish rice casserole

  • 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
    can tomato sauce (8 oz)
  • 1 can
    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

How To Make cheesy chicken spanish rice casserole

  • 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.
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