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Chicken Burrito Casserole

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Chicken Burrito Casserole is a hearty baked dish packed with tender chicken, rice, beans, cheese, and bold Mexican-inspired flavors. This comforting family-friendly meal is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, or feeding a crowd.

Ingredients

  • Cooked shredded chicken
  • Cooked rice
  • Black beans, drained and rinsed
  • Corn kernels
  • Enchilada sauce or salsa
  • Diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • Shredded cheddar cheese
  • Shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • Taco seasoning
  • Onion, diced
  • Garlic, minced
  • Olive oil
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • Sour cream for serving
  • Sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté the onion until softened.
  4. Add the garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, rice, black beans, corn, sautéed onion, garlic, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, and half of the enchilada sauce.
  6. Mix until evenly combined.
  7. Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  8. Pour the remaining enchilada sauce over the top.
  9. Sprinkle with cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese.
  10. Cover loosely with foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  11. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  12. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
  13. Garnish with cilantro and green onions.
  14. Serve with sour cream and your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • Use pinto beans instead of black beans if preferred.
  • Add diced bell peppers for extra vegetables.
  • Substitute ground chicken or turkey for shredded chicken.
  • Use pepper jack cheese or jalapeños for extra heat.
  • Replace rice with cauliflower rice for a lower-carb version.
  • Top with crushed tortilla chips for added crunch.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze for up to 3 months in airtight containers.

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