Description
This Chicken Burrito Casserole is a hearty and flavorful layered dish perfect for a comforting family meal. It combines cooked chicken, rice, black beans, corn, salsa, and diced tomatoes with green chilies, all seasoned with taco spices and layered between flour tortillas, sour cream, and melted cheese. Baked to bubbly golden perfection, it’s an easy and satisfying way to enjoy the classic burrito flavors in a convenient casserole form.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Rice Mixture
- 2 cups cooked chicken – shredded or diced
- 1 cup cooked rice – white or brown
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans – drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels – drained
- 1 cup salsa – your favorite brand or homemade
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies – undrained
- 1 packet taco seasoning – for added flavor
Other Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream – for creaminess
- 2 cups shredded cheese – Mexican blend or cheddar
- 4 large flour tortillas – cut into quarters
- Salt and pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare it for baking the casserole evenly.
- Mix the filling: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, rice, black beans, corn, salsa, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and taco seasoning. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed and seasoned.
- Layer the casserole: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Place a layer of the tortilla pieces at the bottom of the dish. Spread half of the chicken and rice mixture evenly over the tortillas. Add a layer of sour cream on top, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Repeat the layers: Add another layer of tortilla pieces, followed by the remaining chicken and rice mixture. Top with the remaining sour cream and shredded cheese.
- Bake: Cover the casserole with foil to retain moisture and bake in your preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for another 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden brown.
- Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes after baking. Serve warm with your choice of toppings such as chopped cilantro, avocado slices, or extra salsa for added freshness and flavor.
Notes
- You can use either white or brown rice based on your preference for texture and nutrition.
- For a spicier casserole, choose a hot salsa and add some chopped jalapeños to the filling.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- To make this dish gluten-free, substitute flour tortillas with corn tortillas.
- Adding fresh lime juice or chopped cilantro as garnish enhances the bright flavors.
