Cheesy Green Chili Rice Recipe
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Cheesy Green Chili Rice

By: Laurie Fisher 
"This creamy rice dish is a nice addition to a spicy meal. When I first tried it at a church potluck, I knew I had to have the recipe."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 4.6 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (24)

Prep Time:
25 Min
Cook Time:
20 Min
Ready In:
45 Min

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Original Recipe Yield 6 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine
  • 4 cups hot cooked long-grain rice
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 1 cup small curd cottage cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 (4 ounce) cans chopped green chilies, drained
  • 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, cook onion in butter until tender. Remove from the heat. Stir in the rice, sour cream, cottage cheese, salt and pepper. Spoon half of the mixture into a greased 11-in. x 7-in. x 2-in. baking dish. Top with half of the chilies and cheese. Repeat layers. Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees F for 20-25 minutes or until heated through and bubbly.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Dec. 19, 2007 by ELWOODWILSON   view full review
Made this for a large party last night. It was a hit! Many asked for the recipe. I have...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Apr. 27, 2008 by CHELSEYSMOM   view full review
I replaced the onions with green onions and added 2-3 tablespoons of curry powder. HUGE hit!...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jan. 10, 2007 by southernhopsing   view full review
This was excellent. I doubled the recipe for Christmas dinner and was really pleased how good...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 5, 2008 by SuziandBear   view full review
I used brown rice and low fat sour cream to make this a little healthier. I also added a can...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Nov. 18, 2007 by Jeva52 Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This is a fabulously easy and delicious dish. I usually adapt to a healthier version by using...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 27, 2007 by KAIA22   view full review
I didn't have chiles, so used 1 can of chopped jalapenos instead. Tasty, but a little plain....
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 1, 2007 by Vivianne417   view full review
This is very tasty! I did make the mistake of making an extra cup of rice for this. I tried to...
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Oct. 5, 2009 by bembo99   view full review
Super delicious, a cheese lovers dream. I did not alter the recipe at all and it was perfect....
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on May 26, 2009 by Robin A   view full review
I used brown rice and it was absolutely yummy!
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 4.6 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 19, 2008 by M&M in the Kitchen   view full review
I've been making this dish for years. The entire family loves it! Add bite-sized,...

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