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How This Casserole Came to Life
This Mexican Rice Casserole has been a family favorite for years. One evening, I was trying to figure out a dinner that included rice. While looking through my pantry, I found some salsa and decided to brown some ground beef to mix with it.
The idea of making a “rice boat” — placing the beef and salsa mixture in the center of the rice and topping it all with cheese — came to mind. That simple idea turned into a recipe we’ve made again and again!
Versatile and Delicious
One of the things I love about this casserole is its versatility. You can use:
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Ground beef
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Strips of steak
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Chicken
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Or a mix of meats
Want it spicy? Add a few dashes of hot sauce or top with sliced jalapeños. This casserole adapts to your family’s tastes, making it a go-to for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Easy Comfort Food for the Whole Family
This casserole is easy to assemble, hearty, and full of flavor. It combines rice, meat, salsa, and melted cheese into a dish everyone will love. Plus, it’s perfect for using pantry staples without needing a special trip to the store.
Ready to Make Cheryl’s Mexican Rice Casserole?
Give this Mexican Rice Casserole a try for your next family dinner. It’s simple, versatile, and full of flavor — the perfect comfort food recipe to add to your weekly rotation.
👇 Here’s the full recipe so you can make this cheesy, hearty casserole at home:
Mexican Rice Casserole Recipe – Hearty One-Pan Dinner
Old Folks Adventures : www.oldfolksadventures.com
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breast cooked and shredded
- 2 cups long grain white rice cook per package instructions.
- 2 jars Pace Medium Chunky Salsa your preferred heat level
- 2 cups shredded cheese I use 4 cheese mexican blend
Instructions
- Put chicken in a baking dish. season chicken with a little salt and pepper and put a cup of chicken broth in and cover. bake at 350℉ for 30 to 40 minutes or until falling apart.
- while chicken is cooking, cook the rice.
- shred chicken in baking dish
- add salsa to the chicken and stir well.
- put rice in a greased 9x13 baking pan.
- spread rice out leaving a hollowed-out area in the center.
- put chicken and salsa mixture in the center of rice and spread out.
- cover top with the shredded cheese.
- bake at 350℉ for 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and starting to brown.
- remove from oven and let rest for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
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How Do You Customize Casseroles?
Do you like your casseroles spicy or mild? What meat and toppings would you add to make this Mexican Rice Casserole your own?
