Saturday, March 21, 2009

Tex-Mex Chicken and Rice Casserole

Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion (1 medium)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 6.9-ounce package chicken-flavored rice and vermicelli mix
  • 1 14-ounce can chicken broth
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups chopped cooked chicken or turkey
  • 1 cup chopped seeded tomatoes (2 medium)
  • 3 tablespoons canned diced green chile peppers, drained
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Directions

1. In a medium saucepan cook onion in hot oil over medium heat until tender. Stir in rice and vermicelli mix (including seasoning package); cook and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in broth and water. Bring to boiling; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes (liquid will not be fully absorbed).

2. Transfer the rice mixture to a large bowl. Stir in chicken, tomatoes, chile peppers, basil, chili powder, cumin, and black pepper. Transfer to a 2-quart casserole.

3. Bake, covered, in a 425 degree F oven for 25 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Makes 6 servings.

Make Ahead Directions: Prepare as above through step 1. Cover and chill for up to 24 hours. Bake, covered, in a 425 degree F oven about 40 minutes or until heated through. Uncover and sprinkle with cheese. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

From Better Homes and Gardens

Submitted by Shelli

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