Easy Chicken Burrito Casserole
A delicious and simple meal that combines all the flavors of a burrito in one hearty dish, perfect for busy weeknights and great for feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
- 1 cup salsa Can substitute for different types of salsa.
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder Increase for more heat.
- 1 teaspoon cumin Increase for more flavor.
- 2 cups shredded cheese Experiment with different cheeses.
- to taste Tortilla chips, for topping
- to taste Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, black beans, corn, salsa, cooked rice, chili powder, and cumin. Mix well.
- Spread the mixture in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Top with shredded cheese.
Cooking
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until cheese is bubbly and melted.
Serving
- Serve hot, topped with tortilla chips and garnished with fresh cilantro.
Notes
Great for meal prep; can be customized with ground beef, turkey, or made vegetarian. Can add more toppings like sour cream or avocado.