Chicken Burrito Casserole

Chicken Burrito Casserole

Author: Arwa Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 4 servings Category: DINNER Cuisine: Mexican Diet: Gluten-Free

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup corn
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Tortilla chips (optional for topping)
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Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked rice, black beans, corn, salsa, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Spread half of the mixture in a greased casserole dish.
  4. Sprinkle 1 cup of cheese on top.
  5. Layer the remaining mixture on top and finish with the rest of the cheese.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden.
  7. Serve hot, optionally topped with crushed tortilla chips.

Notes

  1. For a vegetarian option, replace chicken with extra beans and roasted sweet potato cubes. For a creamy texture, mix in sour cream or Greek yogurt before baking.