Description
Enjoy all the bold flavors of a burrito in an easy, cheesy Chicken Burrito Casserole! This family-friendly dish is packed with chicken, beans, tortillas, and cheese—perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. Ready in just 45 minutes! 🌮🧀
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 2 cups cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
- 6 small tortillas, cut into strips
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Mexican blend, or your choice)
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup green onions, chopped (for garnish)
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven – Set to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Prepare the Filling – In a large bowl, mix chicken, rice, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and taco seasoning until well combined.
- Layer the Casserole – Spread a thin layer of the mixture at the bottom of the baking dish. Place tortilla strips over it. Repeat layers, finishing with a layer of tortillas on top.
- Add Cheese – Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the top layer.
- Bake – Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Serve – Let cool slightly. Top with sour cream, green onions, and cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Spicy Kick – Add diced jalapeños or use spicy taco seasoning.
- Low-Carb – Replace tortillas with thin zucchini slices or omit.
- Dairy-Free – Use dairy-free cheese or skip cheese altogether.
- Extra Protein – Swap chicken for ground beef or turkey.
- Vegetarian – Omit chicken and use extra beans or a plant-based meat substitute.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: mexican inspired
Keywords: Chicken burrito casserole, easy Mexican casserole, baked burrito dish, family-friendly meal, chicken and cheese casserole