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Mexican Creamy Chicken Casserole

I love this recipe because it's easy to make, customizable, and always a hit at the dinner table.
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Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 jalapeño minced
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 lb cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup rice cooked
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  • Warm a little olive oil in a large nonstick frying pan over medium heat. Add the onions, bell pepper, and jalapeño, and cook until they are softened.
  • Stir in the minced garlic, cooked chicken, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper, and cook for another 2-3 minutes or until the chicken is little browned.
  • Add the cooked rice, chicken broth, and heavy cream, and stir until everything is combined.
  • Pour the mixture into an oven-safe casserole dish, then sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.
  • Enjoy!
Keyword Mexican Creamy Chicken Casserole
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