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Chicken Burrito Casserole

Delicious Chicken Burrito Casserole for Easy Weeknight Dinners

This Chicken Burrito Casserole is a tasty one-pot meal that combines all your favorite burrito ingredients into a hearty dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 2 cups Dry Long-Grain White Rice
  • 1 medium Onion, chopped
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper, chopped
  • 1 medium Jalapeño, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Chili Powder adjust to spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels
  • 3 cups Cooked Chicken, shredded use rotisserie chicken
  • 3 cups Chicken Broth low-sodium preferred
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack Cheese, shredded or substitute with cheddar

Equipment

  • Oven
  • large mixing bowl
  • baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Combine the dry long-grain white rice with chopped onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño in a large mixing bowl. Add chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and oregano, and mix well.
  3. Stir in the corn kernels and shredded cooked chicken, then pour in the chicken broth, ensuring everything is well combined.
  4. Transfer the mixture into a greased baking dish and cover with aluminum foil. Bake for 50-60 minutes until the rice is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.
  5. Remove the foil and sprinkle a generous layer of Monterey Jack cheese over the top. Return to the oven for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  6. Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. Optionally, top with avocado slices, fresh cilantro, or sour cream.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Cover the casserole tightly with foil during baking to keep it moist. Adjust liquid based on rice type used, and feel free to substitute vegetables based on availability.

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