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Pepper Jack Rice Bake

Creamy Pepper Jack Rice Bake for Ultimate Comfort Food Bliss

This Creamy Pepper Jack Rice Bake combines zesty flavors and creamy textures for the ultimate comfort food experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rice Bake
  • 1 tablespoon Cooking oil Substitute with butter for richer flavor.
  • 1 Red bell pepper Substitute with yellow bell pepper or omit.
  • 1 Onion Substitute with shallots or green onions if preferred.
  • 4 cups Cooked rice Use white, brown, or cauliflower rice.
  • 1 cup Sour cream Substitute with Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
  • 1 can Cream of celery soup Substitute with any cream soup or homemade version.
  • 1 cup Chopped green chiles Substitute with diced jalapeños for extra heat.
  • 1 cup Corn kernels Use fresh or frozen; can be omitted.
  • 2 cups Shredded Pepper Jack cheese Substitute with Monterey Jack or cheese blend.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Essential seasoning for flavor enhancement.
For Topping
  • 1 cup Additional shredded cheese For topping before final bake.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a skillet, heat oil over medium heat and sauté chopped red bell pepper and onion for 8 minutes.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine cooked rice, sour cream, cream of celery soup, chopped green chiles, and corn.
  4. Add sautéed pepper and onion along with 1 cup of shredded Pepper Jack cheese. Mix thoroughly.
  5. Spread the mixture in the greased baking dish and cover with foil. Bake for 30 minutes.
  6. Remove foil and sprinkle remaining shredded Pepper Jack cheese on top. Bake uncovered for 10 minutes.
  7. Let it cool for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Mix ingredients thoroughly before baking for best flavor. Use fresh ingredients for optimal taste and adjust spiciness with green chiles.

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