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A baked chicken burrito casserole topped with melted cheese, salsa, and chopped cilantro in a casserole dish.

Easy Chicken Burrito Casserole

This easy chicken burrito casserole is a comforting, family-friendly dinner loaded with shredded chicken, rice, beans, salsa, and plenty of melted cheese. It bakes into a hearty, flavorful dish that is perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • measuring cups
  • Spatula
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the diced onion for 3 to 4 minutes, until softened.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, rice, black beans, corn, salsa, enchilada sauce, taco seasoning, sautéed onion, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of the shredded cheese and the sour cream until everything is evenly mixed.
  5. Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese evenly over the casserole.
  7. Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes, until the casserole is hot and bubbly and the cheese is melted.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro and any optional toppings before serving.

Notes

You can use rotisserie chicken to save time. For extra heat, add diced jalapeños or use a spicy salsa. Leftovers keep well and reheat nicely for lunch the next day.