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Chicken Burrito Casserole Bake

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Cheesy chicken, beans, and rice baked in one dish with vibrant flavors and creamy, melty cheese topping.

Ingredients

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  • 400 g cooked chicken, shredded
  • 425 g tinned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 425 g tinned corn, drained
  • 285 g tinned diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 200 g cooked rice, white or brown
  • 115 g shredded cheddar cheese
  • 115 g shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 30 g taco seasoning mix
  • 250 ml salsa
  • 240 ml sour cream
  • 15 ml olive oil
  • 15 g fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
  • Tortilla chips or flour tortillas, for serving (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 33 x 23 cm (9 x 13 inch) baking dish with olive oil.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, cooked rice, taco seasoning, salsa, and half of each cheese. Stir until thoroughly integrated.
  3. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the top.
  4. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  5. Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.
  6. Allow to cool briefly, then garnish with chopped cilantro if desired. Serve warm with optional tortilla chips or flour tortillas.

Notes

For added flavor, sprinkle extra taco seasoning on top before baking or mix in chopped jalapeños for heat.

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