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Delicious Easy Chicken Burrito Casserole with chicken, cheese, beans, and spices.

Easy Chicken Burrito Casserole

A cozy and cheesy casserole made with shredded chicken, rice, beans, and topped with melted cheese that is perfect for busy nights and makes excellent leftovers.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups Cooked chicken, shredded or chopped Rotisserie chicken works great.
  • 2 cups Cooked rice Can use white, brown, or cilantro lime rice.
  • 1 can Black beans Rinsed and drained.
  • 1 cup Corn Canned or frozen.
  • 1 cup Salsa Use mild, medium, or hot based on preference.
  • 1 cup Enchilada sauce Red is usual, green is also good.
  • 1 packet Taco seasoning Store bought or homemade.
  • 6 pieces Tortillas Flour tortillas are easiest to layer.
  • 2 cups Shredded cheese A mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack is perfect.
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 medium Diced onion Optional for added flavor.
  • 1 medium Chopped bell pepper Optional for added crunch.
  • 1 medium Jalapenos Optional for heat.
  • 1 squeeze Lime Optional for freshness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
  2. Lightly grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  3. In a big bowl, mix together the chicken, rice, beans, corn, salsa, taco seasoning, and enchilada sauce.
Assembly
  1. Layer the tortillas in the bottom of the baking dish, tearing them to fit as needed.
  2. Spread half of the chicken mixture over the tortillas, then sprinkle half of the cheese.
  3. Repeat the layers with the remaining tortillas, the rest of the chicken mixture, and the remaining cheese on top.
  4. Pour a little extra enchilada sauce over the top if desired.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 to 35 minutes until hot and bubbly.
Serving
  1. Let the casserole sit for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

For best results, use cooked rice that’s not too wet. Freshly shredded cheese melts smoother than bagged cheese. Toppings can include sour cream, guacamole, sliced avocado, cilantro, green onions, diced tomatoes, shredded lettuce, pickled jalapenos, hot sauce, lime wedges, or crushed tortilla chips.