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Easy Chicken Burrito Casserole

Hearty layers of seasoned chicken, black beans, cheese, and tortillas baked to perfection for the ultimate comfort food dinner.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 385
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast shredded
  • 6 flour tortillas large, cut into strips
  • 1 can black beans 15 oz, drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups Mexican cheese blend shredded
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 0.5 cup red bell pepper diced
Toppings
  • 0.25 cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • 2 limes cut into wedges
  • 1 tomato medium, diced
  • 0.5 cup red onion diced

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • Measuring cups
  • Aluminum foil

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Combine shredded chicken with taco seasoning in a large bowl, mixing until evenly coated.
  3. Layer half of the tortilla strips across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  4. Spread seasoned chicken evenly over tortillas, then add black beans and corn kernels.
  5. Mix salsa and sour cream together, then spread over the chicken layer.
  6. Add diced bell pepper and red onion, distributing evenly across surface.
  7. Top with remaining tortilla strips and sprinkle with shredded cheese.
  8. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
  9. Remove foil and bake additional 15-20 minutes until cheese is golden brown.
  10. Cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with tomatoes and cilantro before serving with lime wedges.

Notes

This casserole can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated overnight before baking. Add 10 extra minutes to cooking time if baking from cold. Leftovers keep well for up to 4 days in the refrigerator.