Description
This chicken burrito casserole is a hearty, one-dish meal filled with shredded chicken, rice, black beans, corn, and green chiles, all topped with melted Monterey Jack cheese. It’s a perfect crowd-pleaser and brings all the flavors of a burrito into a cozy, baked casserole!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup finely diced onion
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup uncooked parboiled long-grain brown rice (or long-grain white rice)
- 3 tablespoons fajita seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels
- 1 (14 oz) can low-sodium black beans, drained and rinsed
- 5 cups shredded chicken (about 1 rotisserie chicken)
- 3 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 1 (4 oz) can mild green chiles
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 1/4 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. - Combine Ingredients in Baking Dish:
In the baking dish, combine the diced onion, bell pepper, uncooked rice, fajita seasoning, and cayenne pepper (if using). Stir to distribute the seasonings evenly. - Prepare Broth Mixture:
In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the chicken broth, green chiles, tomato paste, and olive oil until smooth. - Add Broth to Casserole:
Pour the broth mixture over the rice mixture in the baking dish. Stir until everything is evenly combined. - Add Chicken, Beans, and Corn:
Add the shredded chicken, black beans, and corn to the baking dish. Stir to combine all ingredients. - Bake the Casserole:
Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake for 65-70 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and the rice is tender. - Add Cheese Topping:
Once the casserole is done, remove the foil and sprinkle the shredded Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the top. Return the baking dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden. - Serve:
Allow the casserole to cool for 5-10 minutes. Serve warm, garnished with fresh cilantro, green onion, salsa, or avocado if desired.
Notes
- Cooking Time: The baking time may vary based on your oven and the type of rice used. Check for doneness after 65 minutes, and bake longer if needed.
- Rice Consistency: If the casserole is still a bit soupy, stir to redistribute the liquid, cover, and continue baking until most of the liquid is absorbed.
- Shredded Chicken: Use rotisserie chicken for convenience, or cook and shred boneless, skinless chicken breasts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Serving
- Calories: 370kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
