Description
Discover the delicious and easy Chicken Burrito Casserole, a hearty baked dish packed with Mexican flavors. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners, this casserole combines shredded chicken, rice, beans, corn, and cheese for a satisfying family meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (or rotisserie chicken)
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 cup salsa
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for topping)
- Optional: sliced jalapeños, avocado slices, chopped onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine chicken, rice, black beans, corn, taco seasoning, and salsa. Mix well.
- Spread half of the mixture into the baking dish, sprinkle with half of the cheese. Repeat layers.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden. Broil for 2-3 minutes for a crispy top if desired.
- Rest for 5 minutes, garnish with cilantro, jalapeños, or avocado. Serve with sour cream and side dishes.
Notes
- Best served hot with additional toppings like chopped onions or sliced jalapeños.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.
- To reheat, microwave for 1-2 minutes or bake at 350°F (175°C) until heated through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 430 Kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 910mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg