Pepper Jack Rice Bake
The Best Pepper Jack Rice Bake is a warm, cheesy side dish or main meal made with fluffy rice, green chiles, sour cream, and melty Pepper Jack cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 tablespoons oil
1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
6 cups cooked rice
1 container (8 ounces) sour cream
1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of celery soup
2 cans (4.5 ounces each) chopped green chiles
1 cup corn kernels, fresh or frozen
2 cups shredded Pepper Jack cheese, divided
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Heat the oil in a skillet over high heat. Sauté the red bell pepper and onion for about 8 minutes, or until softened.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, sour cream, cream of celery soup, chopped green chiles, corn, sautéed bell pepper and onion, and 1 cup of the shredded Pepper Jack cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then mix well.
Spread the rice mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of Pepper Jack cheese over the top, and bake uncovered for 10 more minutes, or until hot, bubbly, and lightly golden.
Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Fresh, leftover, or day-old rice works well in this recipe.
Frozen corn can be added directly without thawing.
For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or use hot green chiles.
This dish can be served as a side or as a vegetarian main course.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/pepper-jack-rice-bake/
