Chicken Burrito Casserole: A Flavorful Twist on Comfort Food
A delicious and hearty chicken burrito casserole that combines all your favorite burrito ingredients into one easy dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 2 cups salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 6 tortillas, cut into strips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chicken, rice, black beans, corn, taco seasoning, and salsa.
- In a greased casserole dish, layer half of the tortilla strips.
- Add the chicken mixture on top, then sprinkle with cheese.
- Layer the remaining tortilla strips and top with more cheese.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until heated through and cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days before baking.
- Feel free to add your favorite toppings such as sour cream or avocado when serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Chicken Burrito Casserole, comfort food, easy dinner, chicken recipes