This green rice casserole is simple, easy to make, and loaded with flavorful ingredients. Plus, it's perfect for busy weeknights since it's ready in under 35 minutes!
5ouncesfresh spinachthawed and drained if using frozen
5ounceskalechopped
1tablespoonextra virgin olive oil
2cloves garlic minced
2scallionschopped
1 or 2green chilesroughly chopped
Salt and black pepperto taste
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 320ºF/180ºC. Butter an 8x8-inch baking dish.
Bring a skillet over low heat, add the olive oil, garlic, scallions, green chiles and cook for 2 minutes. Reserve
In a large mixing bowl, add the cooked rice, 1 cup of cheddar cheese, ricotta, sour cream, spinach, kale and sauteed garlic, scallions and chiles. Stir to combine.
Transfer the mixture to a prepared 8x8-inch baking dish. Sprinkle evenly the remaining cheese.
Bake until cheese is golden and melted, for about 20 minutes.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.