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Chicken Burrito Casserole

Mouthwatering Chicken Burrito Casserole for Easy Dinners

This Chicken Burrito Casserole is a comforting dish that combines the beloved flavors of a burrito in a convenient one-pot meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 cup Dry Long-Grain White Rice Can substitute with brown rice or quinoa.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Avocado oil is a substitute.
  • 1 medium Onion (red or yellow) Shallots can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper (red or green) Any color pepper or an extra cup of corn can be used.
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Pepper Omit for a milder dish.
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Fresh or frozen; drain canned corn.
  • 1 can Canned Black Beans Can use pinto beans or chickpeas.
  • 3 cups Shredded Chicken (cooked) Rotisserie chicken saves time.
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth can be used for vegetarian option.
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder Adjust to taste.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Oregano
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack Cheese Cheddar or pepper jack can be used.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • Casserole Dish

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine uncooked long-grain white rice, olive oil, diced onion, chopped bell pepper, minced jalapeño, corn, drained black beans, and shredded cooked chicken. Stir in chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, and oregano until well combined.
  3. Pour in the chicken broth and mix until all ingredients are coated and incorporated.
  4. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch casserole dish, smoothing out the top.
  5. Cover the casserole tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until the rice is tender and the liquid has been absorbed.
  6. Remove the foil and sprinkle a layer of Monterey Jack cheese over the top. Return the dish to the oven uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes until the cheese is melted.
  7. Let it cool slightly before serving, garnished with avocado, salsa, or cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This dish is gluten-free and can be customized with various proteins and spices to suit your taste.

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