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Easy Chicken Burrito Casserole

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A simple and tasty casserole featuring chicken, beans, corn, rice, and cheese, topped with crunchy tortilla chips.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2–3 cups tortilla chips, lightly crushed, for topping
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish (optional)
  • Nonstick cooking spray or a little oil, for greasing the baking dish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish with nonstick spray or a little oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, cooked rice, salsa, cumin, and chili powder.
  3. Stir until everything is evenly coated in the salsa and spices. Taste and season with salt and black pepper as needed.
  4. Spoon the chicken burrito mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out into an even layer.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole.
  6. Top the cheese layer with a generous handful of lightly crushed tortilla chips, spreading them evenly for a crunchy topping.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5–10 minutes to set slightly and make serving easier.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro, if desired, then scoop into bowls or onto plates and serve warm.

Notes

Serve with sour cream or plain yogurt for a cool contrast, and provide extra salsa or hot sauce on the side for those who like more heat.

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Keywords: chicken casserole, burrito casserole, easy weeknight meal, Tex-Mex

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