Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of our Chicken Burrito Casserole—a perfect blend of shredded chicken, rice, beans, and zesty spices. This delightful dish is not only packed with protein but also offers a colorful medley of vegetables, making it a nutritious choice for family dinners or meal prep throughout the week. With just 10 minutes of prep time and everything cooked in one pan, this casserole simplifies your cooking experience while delivering on taste. Top it off with melted cheese and fresh garnishes, and you have a satisfying meal that’s sure to please everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 red onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, minced
- 1 cup dry long-grain white rice
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp oregano
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 14 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 450g cooked chicken, shredded
- 3.5 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 150g Monterey Jack cheese, grated
- Cilantro, to serve
- Green onion, to serve
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a large baking dish, combine diced onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, rice, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, oregano, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together chicken broth and tomato paste.
- Pour the broth mixture over the rice mixture; stir well.
- Add shredded chicken, black beans, and corn; mix until combined.
- Cover with foil and bake for 50–60 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Remove foil and sprinkle cheese on top; bake for an additional 5–10 minutes until cheese melts.
- Let cool slightly before serving; garnish with cilantro and green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg