Best 6 Jalapeno Chicken Rice Casserole Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Jalapeno Chicken Rice Casserole, a harmonious blend of spicy and comforting flavors. This delectable dish features tender chicken, succulent jalapenos, fluffy rice, and a creamy sauce, all baked to perfection. Each bite offers a symphony of textures and flavors, leaving your taste buds craving more.

In our comprehensive recipe collection, you'll find three variations of this beloved casserole:

1. **Classic Jalapeno Chicken Rice Casserole:** Experience the original recipe that started it all. This timeless dish combines chicken, jalapenos, rice, and a creamy sauce made with condensed soup for a nostalgic and comforting meal.

2. **Loaded Jalapeno Chicken Rice Casserole:** Take your taste buds on a wild ride with this flavor-packed casserole. Along with the classic ingredients, it's amped up with a medley of colorful vegetables, shredded cheese, and a zesty sour cream topping.

3. **Healthy Jalapeno Chicken Rice Casserole:** Enjoy a guilt-free version of this classic dish without compromising on taste. Lean chicken, brown rice, and a homemade creamy sauce made with Greek yogurt create a wholesome and satisfying casserole that's perfect for health-conscious individuals.

No matter your preference, our Jalapeno Chicken Rice Casserole recipes guarantee a flavorful journey that will satisfy every palate. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary adventure!

Let's cook with our recipes!

CHICKEN JALAPENO POPPER CASSEROLE



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

Three 6-ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts
4 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 jalapeno peppers, stemmed, halved and seeded
6 slices thick-cut bacon
8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup grated Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chicken stock
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
1/2 cup fried jalapenos, such as French's Crispy Jalapenos
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons salted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
  • Place the chicken breasts on one half of a baking sheet, drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and season with the chili powder, cumin and some salt and pepper. Place the jalapeno peppers on the other half of the same baking sheet. Drizzle them with the remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  • On a second baking sheet, lay the bacon slices out in a single layer. Put both baking sheets into the oven and bake until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy, about 25 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix the cream cheese, Cheddar, sour cream, chicken stock and paprika together in a mixing bowl.
  • Transfer the bacon and chicken to a cutting board. Dice the chicken and chop the bacon. Add all of the diced chicken to the cream cheese mixture along with half of the chopped bacon. Stir together until well mixed.
  • Transfer half of the chicken mixture to an 8-inch square casserole dish. Arrange half of the roasted jalapenos on top of the chicken mixture. Top with the remaining chicken mixture followed by the rest of the roasted jalapenos.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the fried jalapenos, breadcrumbs and the remaining bacon. Toss with the melted butter until evenly mixed. Sprinkle the top of the casserole with the breadcrumb mixture. Bake until bubbly and golden, 25 to 27 minutes.

KETO JALAPENO POPPER CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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This keto jalapeno popper casserole is so good! Spicy, but oh so yummy!

Provided by Jane Kazaryan

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Cheesy

Time 50m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

cooking spray
8 slices bacon, or to taste
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 (4 ounce) can diced jalapenos (such as Ortega®)
½ cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
1 pinch garlic salt, or to taste
2 pounds shredded cooked chicken

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a casserole dish with cooking spray.
  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Crumble.
  • Mix 1/2 of the bacon crumbles with 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese, jalapenos, sour cream, mayonnaise, and garlic salt. Add chicken and mix well. Pour mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly. Top with remaining bacon and cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and casserole is heated through, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501 calories, Carbohydrate 2.1 g, Cholesterol 128.2 mg, Fat 37.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 36.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.4 g, Sodium 754.8 mg, Sugar 0.6 g

ONE POT CREAMY JALAPENO POPPER CHICKEN AND RICE



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Provided by Morgan

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon oil
1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
Salt and pepper, to taste
6 jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced, plus more to garnish
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups instant rice
2 cups chicken stock
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
3 sprigs green onion, sliced, plus more to garnish
1/2 cup milk
4 oz cream cheese, cubed
4 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
1/4 cup breadcrumbs, to top (optional)
Cilantro, to garnish

Steps:

  • In a large, high-walled skillet or pot over medium-high heat, melt the butter and oil together. Season the cubed chicken breast with salt and pepper and then add to the pot. Add in the diced jalapenos and saute until the chicken has browned and the jalapeno has softened, stirring and turning often, about 3 minutes. Add in the garlic and saute until fragrant, about one minute.
  • Add the instant rice, spices, and chicken stock and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until the rice is tender and has absorbed the majority of the liquid, about 10-15 minutes.
  • Add in the green onion, milk, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese, and stir until completely melted and evenly distributed.
  • Transfer to oven safe dishes (or keep in the pot, if oven-safe) and sprinkle with breadcrumb. Broil until the tops have browned lightly, 1-2 minutes. Garnish with cilantro, sliced jalapeno, and green onion and serve warm.

JALAPEñO POPPER CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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All of the delicious flavors of Cream Cheese Jalapeño Poppers are packed into this delicious dinner recipe! Jalapeño Popper Chicken Casserole is both delicious and quick and easy to make which is a winning combination for a busy day's meal. As a bonus this recipe is also gluten free, low carb and keto diet friendly.

Provided by Kimber

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 lbs chicken breast (boneless skinless, (about 3-4 chicken breasts))
1/2 tsp garlic powder
8 oz cream cheese (softened)
1/2 pound jalapeño peppers (fresh, about 5-6 peppers)
4 oz sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
1/2 cup crispy bacon (crumbled )

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375˚F
  • Lay chicken breasts flat in a casserole dish. Season them with the garlic powder then spread the cream cheese over them evenly.
  • Wash the jalapeño peppers and then cut the tops off. Remove the seeds and stems if you want it milder, or leave some if you want more spice, then cut the peppers into strips and lay them on top of the cream cheese then sprinkle the cheddar cheese over top.
  • Bake for 40-45 minutes, remove from oven 5 minutes before cooking is complete and sprinkle with bacon then return for the remaining cook time. Chicken is done when cooked through to an internal temperature of 165˚F.
  • Serve warm with a side of potatoes, veggies, or a baked potato. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 4 oz chicken + toppings, Calories 401 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 37 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 13 g, Cholesterol 133 mg, Sodium 976 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 5 g

JALAPENO POPPER CHICKEN CASSEROLE



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This Jalapeno Popper Chicken Casserole is super comforting. It's rich and cheesy, and it has just a bit of heat from the jalapenos. It's a perfect way to use up leftover chicken or turkey, too. -Kerry Whitaker, Carthage, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 package (32 ounces) frozen Tater Tots
2 packages (8 ounces each) cream cheese, softened
1 cup sour cream
1-1/2 teaspoons garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
6 green onions, chopped
6 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
1 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
4 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. Arrange Tater tots in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered 15 minutes. , Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine cream cheese, sour cream, jalapeno peppers, garlic salt and pepper. Stir in half each of the chicken, Mexican cheese blend, bacon and green onions. Arrange chicken over Tater tots. Top with cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle with remaining Mexican cheese blend, green onions and bacon. Cover and bake until heated through, 20-25 minutes. If desired, top with additional sour cream and jalapeno slices.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 701 calories, Fat 53g fat (24g saturated fat), Cholesterol 116mg cholesterol, Sodium 1648mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 22g protein.

JALAPENO CHICKEN WITH RICE



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Make and share this Jalapeno Chicken With Rice recipe from Food.com.

Provided by shannon.crowley

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 lbs boneless chicken breasts, cubed
1 (10 ounce) bottle light soy sauce
10 ounces water
6 -12 jalapenos, stems removed, cut in half
4 cups cooked white rice

Steps:

  • add chicken, light soy sauce, water and jalapenos into a large sauce pan.
  • cook over medium high heat for about 20 minutes, until there is just a bit of sauce left.
  • prepare rice according to directions.
  • pour chicken over rice, enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 876.6, Fat 32.1, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 217.9, Sodium 4206.1, Carbohydrate 58.4, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 1.9, Protein 83.2

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, firm jalapeños for the best flavor. If you like a milder dish, remove the seeds and ribs from the peppers before chopping. For a spicier casserole, leave them in.
  • Cook the chicken thoroughly before adding it to the casserole. This will help prevent the chicken from becoming dry.
  • Use a good quality salsa. A homemade salsa is always best, but a store-bought salsa can also be used. Choose a salsa that has a good balance of flavors, with a little bit of heat.
  • Don't overcook the casserole. The rice should be cooked through, but still have a slight bite to it. The chicken and vegetables should be tender, but not mushy.
  • Serve the casserole hot, with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include sour cream, guacamole, and shredded cheese.

Conclusion:

Jalapeno chicken rice casserole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is also a great way to use up leftover chicken or rice. With its bold flavors and creamy texture, this casserole is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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