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chicken and rice queso casserole recipe
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chicken and rice queso casserole recipe

This Chicken and Rice Queso Casserole is a creamy, cheesy comfort dish packed with tender chicken, flavorful rice, and a deliciously rich queso sauce. It’s perfect for a hearty family dinner and comes together easily in just one dish. A crowd-pleaser that will keep everyone coming back for more!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: chicken
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 cup queso dip
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ cup diced tomatoes optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, combine cooked rice, shredded chicken, queso dip, sour cream, half of the cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Pour the chicken broth over the casserole to keep it moist.
  4. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. For another cheesy dish, check out Cheesy Mashed Potato Puffs!

Notes

  • Make-Ahead: Assemble the casserole and store it in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.
  • Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheating: Warm in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes or microwave for 1–2 minutes.