Easy Mexican Casserole

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: Mexican

This easy Mexican casserole combines flavorful ingredients like hot tamales, chili, and rice, baked to perfection with a cheesy topping. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or a casual gathering, it offers a hearty, spicy taste that appeals to the whole family.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 large can hot tamales
  • 1 can chili without beans

Instructions

  1. Layer the cooked rice, hot tamales, and chili without beans in a baking dish.
  2. Sprinkle grated cheese over the top.
  3. Bake at 350°F until heated through and cheese is melted.
  4. Alternatively, microwave until hot.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

163 kcal 8% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.8g 16% DV
Total Fat 1.5g 2% DV
Carbs 29.8g 11% DV
Fiber 3g 11% DV
Sugar 0.6g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 356.5mg 16% DV
Potassium 233.8mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 6.8mg 2% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 21mcg 2% DV
Calcium 16mg 1% DV
Iron 1.4mg 8% DV
Diet fit Under 400 cal Low-fat

Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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