Rotisserie chicken is the shortcut hero in this Mexican-inspired casserole made with rice, tomatoes, garlic, cilantro, corn tortillas and lots of melty cheese.
| Level: | Easy |
| Total: | 40 min |
| Prep: | 15 min |
| Cook: | 25 min |
| Yield: | 4 servings |
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- 1 tablespoon taco or fajita seasoning
- 1 14.5-ounce can chopped tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 cup converted long-grain white rice
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (skin removed)
- 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (about 8 ounces)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped, plus more for topping
- Kosher salt
- 6 corn tortillas, cut into quarters
- Sour cream and pickled jalapeno peppers, for topping
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until slightly softened, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic and taco seasoning and cook, stirring occasionally, until the garlic softens, about 1 minute. Stir in the tomatoes, rice and 3 cups water. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce the heat to medium low. Cook until the rice is tender, about 20 minutes.
- Preheat the broiler. Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chicken, 1 cup cheese, the cilantro and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Arrange the tortillas on top to cover and sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup cheese. Broil until the cheese melts, 2 to 3 minutes. Top with sour cream, pickled jalapenos and more cilantro.
Nutrition Facts
| Calories | 640 calorie |
| Total Fat | 30 grams |
| Saturated Fat | 14 grams |
| Cholesterol | 85 milligrams |
| Sodium | 920 milligrams |
| Carbohydrates | 67 grams |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 grams |
| Protein | 24 grams |
Reviews
It was quick and easy to make but as written it was too bland for us.
K
Made a hit with the family. Will definitely make this one again
Delish! Like nachos in casserole form.
Fast and easy crowd pleaser!
Awesome dish. I substituted chicken stock for the water and added a can of enchilada sauce for a little more kick. Sensational!!!
Delicious and easy
Yum! Fast, easy and lots of flavor. Will become a staple in our house.
Delicious!
Absolutely delicious! Followed the recipe to a T. I can see this in our menu rotation.