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Easy Chicken Burrito Casserole

A comforting and quick-to-prepare dish that turns a classic burrito into a delicious, crowd-pleasing casserole, all in one pan.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Vegetables and Seasoning
  • 1/2 cup finely diced onion
  • 1 piece red bell pepper (diced)
  • 3 tablespoons fajita seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup uncooked parboiled long-grain brown rice or long grain white rice
  • 1 cup corn kernels frozen
  • 1 can low sodium black beans 14-ounce, drained and rinsed
  • 5 cups shredded chicken
  • 1 4-ounce can mild green chilies
Liquids and Toppings
  • 3 cups reduced sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 1/4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese for topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, stir together the onion, bell pepper, uncooked rice, fajita seasoning, and cayenne (if using).
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, green chiles, tomato paste, and olive oil until well combined.
  4. Pour the broth mixture into the baking dish and stir everything together.
  5. Add the shredded chicken, black beans, and corn to the dish. Give it a good stir until well mixed.
Cooking
  1. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 65-70 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed.
  2. Once done, take it out, uncover, and sprinkle grated cheese evenly on top.
  3. Return to the oven for another 5-10 minutes until the cheese melts and turns slightly golden.
  4. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes, then serve topped with fresh cilantro, green onion, salsa, and avocado, if desired.

Notes

Timing is crucial to prevent a soggy dish. This casserole can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2-3 months. Adjust the recipe for different proteins or increase the spice by adding jalapeños.