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Healthy Chicken Burrito Casserole

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  • Author: mohamed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Healthy

Description

A warm and savory chicken burrito casserole layered with chicken, black beans, cheese, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for sharing.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup corn, frozen or canned
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup brown rice, cooked
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Combine the shredded chicken, rinsed black beans, corn, diced red bell pepper, cooked brown rice, salsa, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
  3. Pour the mixture into a greased casserole dish and spread it evenly.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded cheese generously on top.
  5. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 20 minutes.
  6. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is golden and bubbling.
  7. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve warm.

Notes

Make-ahead tips: Prepare the casserole a day in advance and refrigerate, adding an extra 10 minutes to the cooking time when baking.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg