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Chicken Burrito Casserole Recipe

Chicken Burrito Casserole Recipe


  • Author: Chloe
  • Total Time: 90 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This Chicken Burrito Casserole is a comforting and flavorful twist on traditional burritos. Layers of seasoned rice, chicken, beans, and veggies, topped with melted cheese and fresh toppings, baked to perfection.


Ingredients

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Seasoning Mix:

  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Other Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup white onion (chopped)
  • 1 red bell pepper (diced)
  • 1 cup uncooked brown rice
  • 3 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
  • 2 green chilies (deseeded and chopped)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup corn kernels (drained from the can or frozen)
  • 1 14 oz can black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 5 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
  • 1 1/4 cups cheddar (shredded)
  • Cilantro (chopped)
  • Green onion (chopped)
  • Avocado (chopped)
  • Salsa

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400F.
  2. In a small bowl, combine all of the seasoning ingredients.

  3. Add onion, red bell pepper, uncooked rice, and the seasoning into a 9×13 baking dish and stir to combine.
  4. In a large bowl, combine chicken broth, green chilies, olive oil and tomato paste.
  5. Pour the mixture into the baking dish and stir to combine.
  6. Add in corn, black beans, and chicken. Mix to combine well.
  7. Now, cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the oven for 65-70 minutes.
  8. Remove the baking dish from the oven, remove the foil, and cover with shredded cheddar.
  9. Bake in the oven for 5-10 minutes until the cheese melts and turns slightly golden.
  10. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes. Top up with cilantro, green onion, avocado, and salsa before serving.

Notes

  • You can customize this casserole with your favorite burrito toppings like sour cream, diced tomatoes, or jalapenos.
  • This dish freezes well for future meals; just thaw and reheat in the oven.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 70 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 380 kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 32g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Chicken Burrito Casserole, Burrito Casserole, Mexican Casserole