Chicken Burrito Casserole: A Juicy Twist on a Family Favorite
This Chicken Burrito Casserole is a delicious variation on a classic family favorite, combining juicy chicken, flavorful spices, and all your favorite burrito toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup rice, cooked
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 cup salsa
- 2 cups cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cooked rice, black beans, corn, salsa, half of the cheese, and the spices.
- Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Top with the remaining cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add jalapeños or other spices to taste.
- Can be served with sour cream and avocado on top.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg