Reviewed: Apr. 15, 2011

This is a very good base for a casserole. I did change it to suit our tastes more, so I can only give it 3 stars, but if I could give it 3.5, it would be closer to that. I found it definitely needed meat of some kind. I've taken chicken or pork and sauteed in either fajita seasoning or adobe seasoning and layered it into the casserole. I've also sprinkled extra seasoning onto the casserole to give it a touch more flavor. After the second time making it exactly as specified, I tried adding more seasoning, and it definitely rounded out the creaminess of the sour cream/cheese. I probably only use ~2 cups shredded cheese, and that is plenty. My husband, LOVES, LOVES this casserole. Definitely one of his favorites, I feel it needs a touch more "oomph" - obtained by extra seasonings.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
0 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Betsy G.

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Glenview, Illinois, USA

Living In: Palatine, Illinois, USA

Reviewed: Mar. 20, 2010

The concept is a good one - but WAY too much sour cream. I used way less, didn't measure, just a "glob" - and used 1 can green chiles and 1 can japs, cuz we like it SPICY. Used less cheese because.. well, cheese is expensive. Really good concept, with changes, a good recipe.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
3 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

MomZilla (Evin)

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Austin, Texas, USA

Reviewed: Nov. 1, 2009

it was ok- but mostly it was a lot of sour cream. not much else.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
0 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

ICOUNTSTARS

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Powhatan, Virginia, USA

Living In: Richmond, Virginia, USA

Reviewed: Jun. 14, 2009

I made this a little differently so it would be the main dish. I cooked 2 cups rice in 4 cups chicken broth with green onion, pepper and garlic, then mixed in a large can of chili beans. Combined the sour cream with the green chiles and a packet of taco seasoning, then layered the components like the recipe said and baked like the recipe said. This made 8 large servings and leftovers were great in flour tortillas with lettuce, tomatoes and salsa. Either in tortillas or plain, this turned out really well (my fiance loved it) and I'll make it again. Also, KKH3 must have done something wrong with their rice. There's no reason for rice to cook differently in broth than water, and the liquid to rice ratio described in the recipe should be just fine.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
2 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

The Bunny Chef

Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Fairbanks, Alaska, USA

Reviewed: Aug. 19, 2007

I had to make major changes to this recipe. There was WAY too much cheese and way too little rice (and I love cheese). I ended up making a cup of rice and I reduced the cheese to half. The rice did not cook well with the broth (there was too little broth) and I ended up having to add water to it. It tasted well except for the crunchy rice that didn't get cooked enough.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

KKH3

Reviewed: Nov. 7, 2006

I love this casserole. To make it a meal, I add cooked and diced chicken breasts.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
7 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

rachakno

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Priest River, Idaho, USA

Living In: Spokane, Washington, USA

Reviewed: Oct. 21, 2006

This is an AWSOME recipe Absolutely delicious. I tried it about a year ago and ever seince I make it at least once a month. I try different kinds of cheese in it and lately I've been adding chicken and making it a main course. If it is too strong for you with monerey jack substitute it for one of your favorite cheeses. I like it with cheddar.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
4 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Lorierae29

Reviewed: Jul. 30, 2006

This was SO yummy. I only had one can of green chiles so I used one can of Rotel, drained, instead, and followed the rest of the recipe. Will definitely make this one again.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
2 users found this review helpful