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Easy Cheesy Chicken Burrito Bake Casserole

A square slice of cheesy chicken burrito bake with rice and beans on a white plate.
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Create this simple, layered burrito bake casserole using seasoned chicken, beans, and plenty of cheese. It delivers classic Tex-Mex comfort food flavors in one easy, oven-baked dish, perfect for weeknight dinners and 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 (10 ounce) can red enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup cooked white rice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 medium flour tortillas, cut into quarters
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, rinsed black beans, enchilada sauce, cooked rice, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Mix until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  3. Spread a thin layer of the chicken mixture on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  4. Arrange half of the cut tortilla pieces over the chicken mixture in a single layer.
  5. Spread half of the remaining chicken mixture evenly over the tortillas. Sprinkle with half of the combined Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese.
  6. Top with the remaining tortilla pieces, followed by the rest of the chicken mixture.
  7. Pour the 1/2 cup of water evenly over the top layer to help keep the tortillas moist during baking.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining cheese mixture over the top layer.
  9. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and the cheese is melted and lightly golden brown.
  10. Let the burrito bake rest for 5 minutes before cutting into servings.

Notes

  • For a beef burrito casserole variation, substitute the shredded chicken with 1 pound of cooked, seasoned ground beef.
  • This recipe is freezer friendly; assemble the casserole completely, cover tightly with foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking, adding 10-15 minutes to the bake time if baking from cold.
  • Serve this hearty baked meal with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole for extra flavor.

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