Green Chile Rice Casserole with Sour Cream is the perfect side dish that is so easy to make. It has so much flavor that it will surely be a family favorite! This simple casserole dish has white rice, mild green chiles, Monterey Jack cheese, sour cream, butter, salt, and pepper.

Green Chili Rice Casserole with Sour Cream

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Sour cream with rice makes a delicious combination; add some cheese and green chiles. Your taste buds will thank you!

I made this recipe years ago and lost it. After I moved, I went through every scrap of paper and found it! This rice casserole recipe came from one of those vintage church cookbooks called Very Finest Recipes.

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This recipe is perfect for a cozy dinner at home. It pairs well with any meat – but especially roasted chicken. Add candlelight and beautiful music playing in the background, and you have the recipe for a memorable evening.

You’ll want to watch the dish so it doesn’t burn. A golden brown top is what you’re striving for.

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Ingredients to Gather

• White Rice – Serves as a hearty base in this green chile Rice casserole, soaking up the flavors of green chiles, cheese, and sour cream for a comforting, flavorful dish.
• Mild Green Chiles – Add a subtle heat and earthy flavor to the casserole.
• Monterey Jack Cheese – Brings a creamy, mild flavor that perfectly balances the heat of the green chiles.
• Sour Cream – Adds a tangy, rich creaminess to the green chile casserole.
• Butter – Lends a luscious richness to the casserole.
• Salt & Pepper – Provides essential seasoning to the dish.

Here’s a photo of the sprinkling of grated Monterey Jack cheese and the pads of butter.

Ingredients

1 cup white uncooked rice

1 small can diced green chiles (4 oz)

1/2 pound Monterey Jack cheese, grated

2 cups sour cream

4 tablespoon butter

Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. Cook rice according to the package instructions and drain.

2. Mix the cooked rice, can of green chiles, grated cheese, and sour cream in a medium bowl. Leave enough grated cheese aside to sprinkle on top later. Add sea salt and black pepper to taste.

3. Grease a 9″ x 9″ prepared baking dish or casserole dish and pour the rice mixture into the pan. Sprinkle the extra cheese on top and dot with butter.

4. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes on the middle rack. Serve immediately.

Tips

• You can substitute brown rice for white rice.
• Top with green onions for a beautiful garnish.
• You can substitute pepper Jack cheese or cheddar cheese for Monterey Jack cheese.
• Serve this excellent side dish with the main course and green salads for the perfect comfort food.
• You can add diced onion or garlic for more flavor.
• Cooking the rice in chicken broth instead of water will give this recipe more depth.
• Black beans, red roasted pepper, and rotisserie chicken are all fun additions to this cheesy green chili rice casserole.
• Using half cream cheese and half sour cream will make an even more creamy casserole dish.
• You can add more green chilies to the recipe if you like a kick in your rice casserole dish.

Storage

Green chili rice will last 3-4 days in the fridge when stored in an airtight container.

Because this dish contains dairy, it’s best not to freeze it. Frozen dairy ingredients like sour cream do not reheat well and taste grainy. The good news is – I doubt there will be any leftover rice because your family will gobble it up.

It’s time to dive in and enjoy every bite of this easy side dish! This recipe is sure to be a family favorite.

We’ve reached the end of Green Chile Rice with Sour Cream. I hope it becomes one of your favorite side dishes.

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