Best 7 Baked Spinach Rice Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our collection of delectable baked spinach rice recipes. From classic comfort food to vibrant Mediterranean delights, our diverse range of dishes caters to every palate. Whether you seek a quick and easy weeknight meal or an impressive centerpiece for your next gathering, we have the perfect recipe for you. Discover the classic baked spinach rice, a timeless dish featuring tender rice, vibrant spinach, and a medley of aromatic herbs. Embark on a culinary journey with our Spanish-inspired paella, brimming with succulent seafood, chicken, and the vibrant flavors of saffron. Experience the delightful simplicity of spinach and feta stuffed bell peppers, a colorful and flavorful vegetarian delight. Elevate your taste buds with our creamy spinach and rice casserole, a rich and comforting dish perfect for chilly evenings. And for a unique twist, try our spinach rice timbales, elegant individual servings that will impress your dinner guests. Each recipe is carefully crafted with detailed instructions, ensuring that home cooks of all skill levels can create restaurant-quality dishes in their own kitchens.

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SPINACH RICE BAKE



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This is one of my best, most requested spinach recipes. It's tasty.-Kathy Kittell, Lenexa, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach
1 cup cooked long grain rice
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/3 cup 2% milk
3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Cook spinach according to package directions; drain well. Add the remaining ingredients. Transfer to a greased 1-qt. baking dish. , Cover and bake at 350° for 20 minutes. Uncover; bake 20-25 minutes longer or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273 calories, Fat 17g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 154mg cholesterol, Sodium 330mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 13g protein.

SPINACH RICE CASSEROLE



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Spinach Rice Casserole is a cheesy, comforting hug that is much more than the sum of its parts. This simple heritage recipe finds new fans today. Serve with a salad, for lunch or dinner.

Time 1h

Yield Serves 6.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups cooked rice {She used white, I use brown}
1 (10-ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained (no need to squeeze it bone dry)
4 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon finely minced onion {I use 1/4 cup chopped shallot or onion}
1/2 teaspoon salt {I use seasoned salt}
3/4 pound (12 ounces) grated sharp Cheddar cheese (I used 10 ounces Kerrygold Reserve Cheddar}
1 cup milk
4 eggs

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350F degrees. Lightly mist a casserole dish with nonstick spray. I usually use a pretty oval dish, but you could use an 8- or 9-inch square dish if you like.
  • In a large bowl, add cooked rice, spinach, butter, onion, salt and cheese. In a 4-cup measure, pour milk and add eggs. Whisk to combine. Pour into the bowl with rice-spinach mixture and stir well to combine.
  • Pour into prepared casserole dish and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and serve.
  • Serves 6.

EASY RICE BAKE CASSEROLE



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Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 50m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons butter, plus more for dish
1 small onion, minced
Pinch cayenne pepper
1 package frozen spinach, thawed, drained and chopped
1 cup milk
2 eggs
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar, plus extra for top
4 cups cooked rice
1 teaspoon freshly chopped parsley leaves
1 teaspoon freshly chopped thyme leaves
1 teaspoon chopped basil leaves
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a large casserole dish.
  • In a large pan over medium-high heat, saute onions with 2 tablespoons of butter and cayenne until translucent. Add the spinach and cook for 3 minutes. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together milk and eggs.
  • Add the cheese, rice, parsley, thyme, basil and spinach mixture and combine well. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour into prepared casserole dish and top with extra shredded cheese. Bake for 30 minutes and serve piping hot.

SPINACH RICE



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Even if you don't like spinach, you will love this creamy rice dish. Add more or less jalapeno peppers to your liking.

Provided by Marites

Categories     Side Dish     Rice Side Dish Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

⅓ cup uncooked long grain white rice
⅔ cup water
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup, undiluted
¼ cup milk
2 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup chopped onion
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
4 ounces processed cheese food, cubed

Steps:

  • In a pot, bring the rice and water to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish.
  • In a bowl, mix the soup, milk, jalapeno peppers, salt, and pepper.
  • Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-low heat, and cook the onion until tender. Mix in the cooked rice and spinach. Pour the soup mixture into the skillet, and continue cooking until heated through. Mix in the cubed processed cheese, and transfer to the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, until bubbly and lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 830.3 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

BAKED RICE WITH SPINACH AND PARMESAN CHEESE



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If you're looking for a way to make plain rice more appetizing, this is an excellent choice. It's baked with spinach, Parmesan cheese, and herbs.

Provided by Diana Rattray

Categories     Side Dish     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 small onion (about 1/2 to 3/4 cup finely chopped)
4 1/2 to 5 cups chicken stock (unsalted or low sodium)
2 cups long grain rice (uncooked)
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6 ounces fresh spinach (coarsely chopped, about packed 4 cups)
3 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (e.g., dill, basil, thyme, chives, etc.)
1 cup shredded fresh Parmesan cheese (about 4 ounces, or 2/3 cup grated)
Kosher salt (to taste)
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400 F.
  • Grease a 3-quart baking dish or casserole.
  • Peel the onion and chop it finely.
  • Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan or saute pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook until it is softened and translucent, stirring frequently. Add 4 1/2 cups of chicken stock and continue cooking until the stock comes to a simmer.
  • Put the rice in a colander or mesh strainer and rinse with cold water.
  • Transfer the rice to the prepared baking dish or casserole; add the chicken stock and onion mixture and stir the mixture gently until blended.
  • Bake the rice, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the liquid is almost absorbed. Stir the rice occasionally and add more stock, if necessary.
  • Meanwhile, give the spinach a rough chop
  • De-stem and chop the herbs finely.
  • Remove the casserole from the oven and stir in the pepper, spinach, herbs, and Parmesan cheese. Taste the rice and add salt, if necessary. If the mixture seems dry, add more chicken stock.
  • Cover the baking dish tightly with foil and return it to the oven. Bake the casserole for about 5 minutes longer, or until the rice is tender and the spinach has wilted.
  • Stir the rice mixture with a fork to fluff.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166 kcal, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 9 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 307 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 8 g, ServingSize 8 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g

RICE SPINACH CASSEROLE



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"This nicely seasoned casserole combines popular rice and the goodness of fresh spinach," says Mathilda Navias of Tiffin, Ohio. "Topped with Parmesan cheese, it's a savory side dish with any meat."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup chopped onion
1 teaspoon olive oil
1-1/2 cups uncooked long grain rice
2 cups chicken or vegetable broth
2 cups water
1 package (10 ounces) fresh spinach, torn
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add rice; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add broth and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes. Stir in the spinach, salt and pepper; cook until spinach is wilted., Transfer to a 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Cover and bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until rice is tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 386mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

KITTENCAL'S SPINACH PARMESAN RICE BAKE



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This is a wonderful easy side dish to chicken or meat and any leftovers freeze wonderful, it may also be baked in a 10-inch deep-dish pie plate and cut into wedges, this may be doubled but I would still only use one package or spinach or maybe 1-1/2 packages adding in too much spinach will overpower all other ingredients, prep time does not include cooking the rice --- FOR FREEZING prepare recipe as directed but do not bake, wrap pan in plastic wrap then tightly in foil and freeze, to serve thaw over night in refrigerator, remove wrapping bake at 350°F for 25-30 minutes or until hot.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach (cooked according to package directions then hand squeezed dry to remove excess moisture)
2 cups cooked white rice (use cold rice for this) or 2 cups brown rice (use cold rice for this)
1/3 cup melted butter
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (can use feta but reduce to only 1/4-1/3 cup crumbled) or 2 cups swiss cheese (can use feta but reduce to only 1/4-1/3 cup crumbled)
3/4 cup grated parmesan cheese (or to taste)
1/3 cup chopped onions or 2 large green onions, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, minced (or 1/2-1 teaspoon garlic powder)
3 large eggs, beaten
3/4 cup milk or 3/4 cup half-and-half cream
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper, to taste (optional)
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
seasoning salt (to taste or can use white salt)
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese, for topping
grated mozzarella cheese (add on the last 5 minutes of baking) (optional)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350°F.
  • Generously grease a 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
  • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients with a wooden spoon, mixing very well to combine.
  • Season with salt, pepper and cayenne to taste.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Bake uncovered or covered for 25 minutes or until set (over baking will cause a heavier denser texture if you prefer a lighter texture then bake just until set).
  • Top with mozzarella cheese the last 5 minutes of baking (if using).
  • Note: for a more fluffier texture casserole, 4 eggs may be used.

Tips:

  • Use fresh spinach: Fresh spinach has a more vibrant flavor and color than frozen spinach. If using frozen spinach, be sure to thaw and squeeze out any excess water before using.
  • Cook the rice until it is tender but still has a slight bite: Overcooked rice will be mushy and unpleasant to eat.
  • Use a flavorful broth: The broth you use will add a lot of flavor to the dish, so choose one that you enjoy. Chicken broth, vegetable broth, or even a combination of the two are all good options.
  • Add your favorite seasonings: Feel free to add your favorite seasonings to the dish, such as garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, or chili powder.
  • Top with cheese: A sprinkling of cheese on top of the dish will add a delicious cheesy flavor.

Conclusion:

Baked spinach rice is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover rice, and it is also a good source of vitamins and minerals. With its simple ingredients and flavorful taste, baked spinach rice is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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