Description
This Easy Chicken Burrito Casserole Recipe is a flavorful and satisfying dish that combines chicken, rice, beans, and veggies in a cheesy casserole. It’s perfect for a simple and hearty dinner the whole family will love.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup finely diced onion
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- 1 cup uncooked parboiled long-grain brown rice
- 3 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup corn kernels frozen
- 1 14 ounce can low sodium black beans drained and rinsed
- 5 cups shredded chicken
- 1 4 ounce can mild green chilies
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 1/4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven and prepare ingredients: Preheat oven to 400°F. Combine onion, bell pepper, rice, fajita seasoning, and cayenne in a baking dish.
- Whisk broth mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together chicken broth, green chilies, tomato paste, and olive oil.
- Combine all ingredients: Add broth mixture, chicken, black beans, and corn to the baking dish. Stir to combine.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 65-70 minutes until liquid is absorbed.
- Add cheese: Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
- Serve: Let cool, then serve with cilantro, green onion, salsa, and avocado.
Notes
- Cooking time may vary, ensure liquid is absorbed before serving.
- Adjust seasoning to preference, homemade fajita seasoning recommended.
- Use rotisserie chicken if needed for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg