Rice Elena

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Creamy, cheesy rice casserole with green chilies and sour cream offers a comforting, flavorful dish perfect for family dinners or potlucks, with a cheesy, spicy kick.

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Ingredients

  • 3 to 4 cups cooked rice
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 2 (4 oz.) cans chopped green chilies
  • 1 lb. Monterey Jack cheese, grated
  • salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Butter a 2-quart casserole dish.
  2. Mix cooked rice, sour cream, chopped green chilies, and grated Monterey Jack cheese together.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
  4. Sprinkle grated Cheddar cheese on top.
  5. Bake for 30 minutes at 350°F.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

171 kcal 9% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.8g 16% DV
Total Fat 3.8g 5% DV
Carbs 26.7g 10% DV
Fiber 0.3g 1% DV
Sugar 2.2g 4% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10382.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 159.8mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 11.3mg 4% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 52.5mcg 6% DV
Vitamin C 1.6mg 2% DV
Calcium 187.3mg 14% DV
Iron 0.9mg 5% DV

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

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