Cheesy Chicken Casserole

For the extra spicy version, include the optional jalapeno pepper.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4–6

  • 2 cups brown rice, cooked
  • 2 cups white rice, cooked
  • 2 large tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast, diced in small cubes
  • Pepper to taste
  • 2 cups low-fat sour cream
  • 12 ounces low-fat Monterey jack or mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1 (12-ounce) can black olives, drained and sliced
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and cut into strips (optional)
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked brown and white rice, tomatoes, onion, and diced chicken. Season with pepper.

  3. Spoon about half of this mixture into a shallow, greased, 2- to 3-quart casserole dish.

  4. Cover with 1 cup sour cream, half of the cheese and half of the olives.

  5. Repeat the above layers.

  6. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes.

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