Name: Easy Chicken Burrito Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 h 15 min
Total time: 1 h 30 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1/2 cup finely diced onion; 1 red bell pepper (diced); 1 cup uncooked parboiled long-grain brown rice; 3 tablespoons fajita seasoning; 1 cup corn kernels (frozen); 1 can low-sodium black beans (drained and rinsed); 1 can mild green chilies; 5 cups shredded chicken; 3 cups reduced sodium chicken broth; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 1/4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

Easy Chicken Burrito Casserole

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Easy Chicken Burrito Casserole is the ultimate comfort dish for Mexican food lovers. This one-pan meal combines tender shredded chicken, bell peppers, and black beans with flavorful spices, all baked to perfection under a layer of melted Monterey Jack cheese. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this easy casserole is not only gluten-free but also packed with protein and nutrients. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, you can serve a delicious meal that will satisfy everyone at the table. Customize it with your favorite toppings like avocado, salsa, or cilantro for an extra burst of flavor!

Author: Nora
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 75 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Yield: Serves approximately 6
Category: Main
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

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1/2 cup finely diced onion
1 red bell pepper (diced)
1 cup uncooked parboiled long-grain brown rice
3 tablespoons fajita seasoning
1 cup corn kernels (frozen)
1 can low-sodium black beans (drained and rinsed)
1 can mild green chilies
5 cups shredded chicken
3 cups reduced sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 1/4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F. In a large baking dish, combine diced onion, bell pepper, rice, fajita seasoning, and cayenne pepper (if desired).
In a separate bowl, whisk together chicken broth, green chilies, tomato paste, and olive oil until well blended.
Pour the broth mixture over the rice mixture in the baking dish and stir to coat evenly.
Gently fold in shredded chicken, black beans, and corn until well combined.
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for about 65-70 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender.
Remove foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted and slightly golden.
Let cool for a few minutes before serving; garnish as desired.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 450mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 23g
Cholesterol: 60mg

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