Swim Queso Chicken & Rice
If you love an easy dinner that practically cooks itself, Swim Queso Chicken & Rice needs to be on your list. This viral chicken and rice casserole combines Mexican rice, seasoned chicken, salsa, shredded cheese, and creamy queso in one incredibly easy dinner.
The best part? There’s no need to cook the rice separately. Everything goes right into a 9×13 baking dish, gets covered tightly with foil, and bakes until the rice is tender and has soaked up all that flavor. Then comes the part that makes this recipe so irresistible—a whole jar of warm queso poured over the top.
It’s cheesy, saucy, comforting, and ridiculously easy.
I first spotted this recipe from @caitlynskitchen, whose viral video has received an incredible 4.6 million views. After seeing millions of people watch that queso pour, I knew this was one viral recipe I needed to make for myself.
And I can definitely see why people can’t stop making it.
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
