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Chicken Burrito Casserole

Savory Chicken Burrito Casserole: Comfort in Every Bite

Savory Chicken Burrito Casserole is a flavorsome dish that satisfies all cravings, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 1 medium Onion Finely diced
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Diced
  • 1 cup Long-Grain Brown Rice Uncooked
  • 2 tablespoons Fajita Seasoning Homemade or store-bought
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Kernels Or fresh/canned
  • 1 can Low Sodium Black Beans Rinsed and drained
Flavor Boost
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Cooked
  • 1 cup Reduced Sodium Chicken Broth Or vegetable broth
  • 1 can Mild Green Chilies Diced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Or any neutral oil
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Can use crushed tomatoes
Topping
  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese Can substitute with cheddar or pepper jack

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C).
  2. In a large baking dish, combine diced onion, red bell pepper, brown rice, fajita seasoning, and cayenne.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together chicken broth, green chilies, tomato paste, and olive oil.
  4. Pour the broth mixture over the rice and vegetable blend, and stir to combine.
  5. Add shredded chicken, black beans, and corn, mixing thoroughly.
  6. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 65-70 minutes.
  7. Remove foil and sprinkle cheese on top; bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  8. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving, and garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days, or frozen for 1-3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

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