Name: Chicken Burrito Casserole
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 10 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 tbsp chili powder; 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper; 2 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp salt; 1 tsp black pepper; 1/2 cup white onion (chopped); 1 red bell pepper (diced); 1 cup uncooked brown rice; 3 cups chicken broth (low sodium); 2 green chilies (deseeded and chopped); 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp tomato paste; 1 cup corn kernels (drained from the can or frozen); 1 14 oz can black beans (drained and rinsed); 5 cups cooked chicken (shredded); 1 1/4 cups cheddar (shredded); Cilantro (chopped); Green onion (chopped); Avocado (chopped); Salsa

Description

Indulge in the flavors of Mexico with this delightful Chicken Burrito Casserole! This easy-to-make dish layers shredded chicken, brown rice, black beans, and a medley of spices, all topped with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, it’s both hearty and healthy—packed with protein and gluten-free ingredients. Enjoy it fresh from the oven or savor the leftovers as they develop even richer flavors. Customize your casserole with fresh toppings like cilantro, avocado, and salsa for a burst of freshness in every bite. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy family meal, this Chicken Burrito Casserole is sure to impress.

Ingredients

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1 tbsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup white onion (chopped)
1 red bell pepper (diced)
1 cup uncooked brown rice
3 cups chicken broth (low sodium)
2 green chilies (deseeded and chopped)
1 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp tomato paste
1 cup corn kernels (drained from the can or frozen)
1 14 oz can black beans (drained and rinsed)
5 cups cooked chicken (shredded)
1 1/4 cups cheddar (shredded)
Cilantro (chopped)
Green onion (chopped)
Avocado (chopped)
Salsa

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F.
In a large baking dish, combine chopped onion, diced bell pepper, uncooked brown rice, and seasoning mix.
In a bowl, mix chicken broth, chopped green chilies, olive oil, and tomato paste; pour over rice mixture.
Stir in corn kernels, drained black beans, and shredded chicken until well distributed.
Cover with foil and bake for 65–70 minutes until rice is tender.
Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake for an additional 5–10 minutes until cheese is golden.
Cool slightly before serving; garnish with cilantro, green onions, avocado, and salsa as desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 70 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 200g)
Calories: 386
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 570mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 32g
Cholesterol: 74mg