Green Chili Rice Bake

Creamy, cheesy, and delightfully spicy, this Green Chili Rice Bake is the perfect comfort food for dinner or a hearty side dish. Featuring tender white rice blended with vibrant diced green chilies, tangy cream cheese, and rich sour cream, this dish delivers a luscious, Southwest-inspired flavor in every bite. Enhanced with shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, plus a touch of garlic and onion powder for added depth, this bake is easy to prepare and irresistibly satisfying. Topped with a bubbly, golden layer straight from the oven and optionally garnished with fresh cilantro, it's a crowd-pleaser designed for weeknight dinners or potluck gatherings. With simple ingredients and a quick prep time of just 15 minutes, this Green Chili Rice Bake is a must-try for anyone craving bold flavor in a warm, comforting package! Perfect for serving as a main or pairing with grilled meats or roasted veggies.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3 cups White rice (cooked and cooled)
• 2 4-ounce cans Green chilies (diced, canned)
• 8 ounces Cream cheese (softened)
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped, optional for garnish)
• 1 as needed Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked and cooled rice, diced green chilies, softened cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Mix everything thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly combined and the mixture has a creamy texture.

Step 5

Transfer the rice mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is bubbly and slightly golden.

Step 7

Remove from the oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes to set.

Step 8

Optionally, sprinkle chopped cilantro over the top for garnish before serving.

Step 9

Serve warm and enjoy your Green Chili Rice Bake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1519 grams (1519.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2964

Total Fat 196.10g	251%
Saturated Fat 123.20g	616%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 587mg	196%
Sodium 4662mg	203%
Total Carbohydrate 221.40g	81%
Dietary Fiber 7.00g	25%
Total Sugars 29.80g
Protein 97.40g	195%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 2255mg	173%
Iron 4mg	24%
Potassium 768mg	16%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.1%

Protein: 12.8%

Carbs: 29.1%