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Chicken Burrito Casserole

Savor Every Bite of This Chicken Burrito Casserole Delight

This Chicken Burrito Casserole is a gluten-free dish packed with flavor and protein, combining all your favorite burrito elements into one easy meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 medium Onion finely diced
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 cup Parboiled Long-Grain Brown Rice
  • 2 tablespoons Fajita Seasoning homemade or store-bought
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper optional
  • 1 cup Corn Kernels frozen or fresh
  • 1 can Low Sodium Black Beans rinsed
For the Protein & Flavor
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken rotisserie or cooked chicken breasts
  • 2 cups Reduced Sodium Chicken Broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 can Mild Green Chiles or jalapeños
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
For the Binding & Topping
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese or cheddar

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In the baking dish, combine the onion, red bell pepper, rice, fajita seasoning, and cayenne pepper.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, green chiles, tomato paste, and olive oil.
  4. Pour the liquid mixture over the rice mixture, ensuring it's coated.
  5. Fold in the shredded chicken, black beans, and corn until well mixed.
  6. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 65-70 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil, sprinkle cheese on top, and bake uncovered for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  8. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving, garnishing as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 29gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Enjoy minimal cleanup with this easy one-dish Chicken Burrito Casserole, perfect for busy weeknights.

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