For a spicier kick, use medium or hot salsa. To save time, use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken. Feel free to add other vegetables like corn, bell peppers, or black beans to the soup and salsa mixture. If you don't have cream of mushroom soup, you can substitute it with another can of cream of chicken soup or cream of celery soup. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes after baking before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Salsa Chicken Rice Casserole
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PREP TIME20 mins
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COOK TIME1 hrs
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TOTAL TIME1 hrs 20 mins
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SERVING8 People
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VIEWS5.1K
A fiesta of flavors in every bite! This Salsa Chicken Rice Casserole boasts layers of fluffy rice, tender chicken, a luscious creamy-salsa blend, and a generous blanket of melted cheeses. It's comfort food elevated, perfect for a weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing potluck dish.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate35 g
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Cholesterol88 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein30 g
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Saturated Fat13 g
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Sodium1143 mg
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Sugar3 g
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Fat24 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
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01 Step
Recipe View 20 mins Prepare the Rice: In a saucepan, combine the rice and water. Bring to a rolling boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes, or until all the water is absorbed and the rice is tender.
02 Step
Recipe View 20 mins Cook the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a separate large saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Remove the chicken from the water and let it cool slightly. Once cool enough to handle, shred or cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
03 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
04 Step
Recipe View 15 mins Assemble the Casserole: In a medium bowl, combine the Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, chopped onion, and salsa until well combined. In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the cooked rice, half of the cooked chicken, half of the soup and salsa mixture, and half of the cheese mixture. Repeat the layers, ending with the remaining cheese on top.
05 Step
Recipe View 40 mins Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through, bubbly, and the cheese is melted and lightly golden brown.
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Vida Weimannwill
Dec 7, 2023I used rotisserie chicken to make it even faster to prepare. Highly recommend!
Stefanie Green
Oct 3, 2023This recipe is so versatile! I've used different types of cheese and salsa, and it always turns out great.
Krista Fay
Aug 7, 2023This casserole is a lifesaver on busy weeknights! My family loves it, and it's so easy to throw together.
Jovan Harrismorissette
Apr 18, 2022I added a can of drained black beans and some corn to the recipe, and it was even more delicious!
Rosamond Hane
Aug 29, 2021The creamy salsa sauce is amazing! I've made this casserole several times, and it's always a hit.