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Southwestern Turkey Rice Casserole

This Southwestern Turkey Rice Casserole is a flavor-packed feast! Quick to prepare and perfect for busy nights, it’s a family favorite!
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 1 package Rice-a-Roni Spanish Rice 6.8-ounce
  • 1 can Rotel tomatoes with green chiles
  • 1 can chopped green chiles 4.5-ounce
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups sour cream
  • 1 can condensed cream of chicken soup 10.75-ounce
  • 1 package frozen chopped spinach thawed and squeeze-dried
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 to 4 cups chopped cooked turkey
  • 2 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
  • 1 cup crushed Dorito chips

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking dish
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add the Rice-a-Roni Spanish Rice to the skillet, stirring it in with the onion. Add the 2 cups of water along with the Rotel tomatoes and chopped green chiles. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer until the rice is cooked, about 15 minutes.
  3. In a separate mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, condensed cream of chicken soup, thawed spinach, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly mixed.
  4. Once the rice is cooked, stir in the chopped cooked turkey and the creamy mixture from the bowl.
  5. Transfer the mixture to a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly, then top with shredded Colby Jack cheese and sprinkle the crushed Dorito chips on top.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Cover the casserole with aluminum foil and bake for about 25 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Don’t skip the sautéing step; it enhances the flavors significantly.
  • Be sure to squeeze-dry the spinach properly to avoid excess moisture in the casserole.
  • Let the casserole rest after baking; this helps it set and makes serving easier.