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Easy Chicken Burrito Casserole

  • Author: Avery
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Family-Friendly

Description

This Easy Chicken Burrito Casserole wraps all the bold, zesty flavors of a loaded chicken burrito into one family-sized baking dish. Tender shredded chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, rice, and salsa get layered under a blanket of melty cheddar and crunchy tortilla chips for a cozy, crowd-pleasing dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2–3 cups tortilla chips, lightly crushed, for topping
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish (optional)
  • Nonstick cooking spray or a little oil, for greasing the baking dish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish with nonstick spray or a little oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, cooked rice, salsa, cumin, and chili powder.
  3. Stir until everything is evenly coated in the salsa and spices. Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed.
  4. Spoon the chicken burrito mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out into an even layer.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
  6. Top the cheese layer with a generous handful of lightly crushed tortilla chips, spreading them evenly for a crunchy topping.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5–10 minutes to set slightly and make serving easier.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, then scoop into bowls or onto plates and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken or leftover baked chicken to cut down on prep time and add extra flavor.
  • You can use any cooked rice you like white, brown, or even a seasoned Mexican-style rice will work well here.
  • If your salsa is very chunky or very watery, you may want to adjust the amount slightly so the casserole isn’t too dry or too soupy.
  • For a milder casserole, choose mild salsa and regular diced tomatoes without extra heat; for more kick, use medium or hot salsa.
  • The tortilla chip topping will soften as it sits, so for the crispiest texture, add extra crushed chips right before serving leftovers.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course, Casserole
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired, Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/6 of casserole
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 780 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 6 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 39 g
  • Fiber: 7 g
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Cholesterol: 55 mg

Keywords: easy chicken burrito casserole, chicken and rice casserole, Tex-Mex casserole, weeknight dinner, cheesy chicken bake

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