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Chicken Burrito Casserole

Chicken Burrito Casserole: A Cheesy One-Pot Wonder!

Delight in this Chicken Burrito Casserole, a cheesy one-pot meal that combines bold flavors with the ease of baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 cup Dry Long-Grain White Rice Swap for brown rice or quinoa with adjusted cooking time
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels Use fresh, frozen, or drained canned corn
  • 14 oz Chicken Shredded rotisserie chicken saves prep time or opt for turkey
  • 3.5 cups Chicken Broth Can use vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 150 g Monterey Jack Cheese Switch to cheddar or non-dairy cheese for variety
For the Toppings
  • 1 Avocado Adds creaminess
  • 1 cup Salsa Homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup Greek Yogurt Alternative to sour cream

Equipment

  • Large casserole dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large casserole dish, combine diced onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, dry rice, and corn. Add spices and mix well.
  3. Pour in 3.5 cups of chicken broth and add the cooked, shredded chicken. Stir until combined.
  4. Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake for 50-60 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil and sprinkle the Monterey Jack cheese over the top. Bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  6. Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving with toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Ideal for meal prep and can be customized for dietary preferences.

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