Description
Indulge in the wholesome goodness of Chicken Burrito Casserole, a vibrant and satisfying dish packed with protein, fiber, and fresh veggies. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prepping, this casserole is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to fit your taste. Picture layers of tender chicken, zesty spices, and colorful bell peppers all baked together with melty cheese on top. Serve it with your favorite toppings like guacamole, salsa, or sour cream for an explosion of flavor. This dish will quickly become a family favorite as it delivers comfort and nutrition in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 red onion
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 jalapeño
- 1 cup dry long-grain white rice
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 cup corn kernels (frozen)
- 14 oz can black beans
- 450g cooked chicken (shredded)
- 3 1/2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 150 grams Monterey Jack or Havarti cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a large baking dish, combine diced onions, bell peppers, jalapeño, dry rice, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, oregano, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together chicken broth, olive oil, and tomato paste.
- Pour the broth mixture over the rice mixture and stir to combine.
- Add shredded chicken, black beans, and corn; mix thoroughly.
- Cover with aluminum 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 is melted.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 70mg