Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of our Slow Cooker Green Chile Chicken and Rice Casserole. Packed with tender chicken, creamy cheese, and a hint of spice, it’s a perfect family meal that’s both easy and delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 small white onion, diced
- 1 poblano pepper, diced
- 19 oz can green enchilada sauce
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1/4 cup sliced green onion
- 3 cups hot cooked white rice
Instructions
- Place chicken in the slow cooker; season with salt, pepper, chili, garlic, and onion powder.
- Add onion, poblano pepper, and enchilada sauce.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours.
- Shred chicken, stir in sour cream, half the cheese, and green onions.
- Add rice, top with remaining cheese, and cook until cheese melts.
Notes
For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños.
Can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for later use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the recipe
- Calories: 382
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 1002mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: Not specified
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 99mg
Keywords: Slow Cooker, Green Chile, Chicken, Rice Casserole, Easy Dinner, Family Meal, Comfort Food, Mexican-Inspired, Gluten-Free