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Easy Chicken Burrito Bake Casserole for Family Dinner

A close-up of a square slice of cheesy chicken and bean burrito bake served on a white plate.
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This easy burrito bake delivers all the bold flavors of a classic burrito in one simple, comforting casserole. It uses seasoned chicken, rice, beans, and plenty of cheese, making it a perfect, protein-packed option for quick weeknight dinners or meal prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup cooked white rice
  • 1 (10 ounce) can enchilada sauce (red or green)
  • 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 8 medium flour tortillas, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese (for topping)
  • Optional toppings: salsa, sliced green onions, avocado

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, rinsed black beans, cooked rice, enchilada sauce, sour cream, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  3. Fold in the cut tortilla pieces into the chicken mixture until they are mostly incorporated.
  4. Spread half of the chicken and tortilla mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the Mexican cheese blend.
  5. Top with the remaining chicken mixture, spreading it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of Mexican cheese blend and the Monterey Jack cheese over the top layer.
  6. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is hot throughout and the cheese is melted and lightly browned.
  7. Let the cheesy baked burrito casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Cut into squares and serve with your preferred toppings like salsa or green onions.

Notes

  • For a freezer-friendly burrito bake, assemble the casserole completely, cover tightly with foil, and freeze for up to three months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking, adding about 10 minutes to the bake time.
  • You can substitute ground beef for the chicken. Brown 1 pound of ground beef with taco seasoning before mixing it into the casserole base.
  • To make this a one-pan burrito bake, use pre-cooked rice and rotisserie chicken to reduce prep time significantly.

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