Easy Chicken Burrito Casserole (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Seasoning Mix
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Chili powder - 1 tablespoon
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Cayenne pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
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Garlic powder - 2 teaspoons
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Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
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Onion powder - 1 teaspoon
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Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
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Dried oregano - 1 teaspoon
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Salt - 1 teaspoon
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Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
→ Main Ingredients
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Chopped white onion - 1/2 cup
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Diced red bell pepper - 1 whole
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Uncooked brown rice - 1 cup
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Low-sodium chicken broth - 3 cups
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Deseeded and chopped green chilies - 2
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Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
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Tomato paste - 2 tablespoons
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Corn kernels (canned or frozen) - 1 cup
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Black beans, drained and rinsed - 1 can (14 oz)
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Shredded cooked chicken - 5 cups
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Shredded cheddar cheese - 1 1/4 cups
→ Fresh Toppings
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Fresh chopped cilantro
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Chopped green onions
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Diced avocado
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Your favorite salsa
# Instructions:
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Get your oven nice and hot by preheating it to 400°F (200°C).
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Blend all those fragrant spices together in a small bowl - this is where the magic starts!
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In your 9x13 baking dish, toss together the onion, bell pepper, rice, and that wonderful seasoning mix you just made.
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In a separate bowl, stir together the chicken broth, green chilies, olive oil, and tomato paste until well combined.
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Pour your flavorful liquid mixture into the baking dish and give everything a good stir. Then add the corn, black beans, and shredded chicken, mixing until everything is evenly distributed.
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Cover your dish tightly with foil and let it bake for 65-70 minutes, letting all those flavors meld together.
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Pull out the dish, remove the foil, and sprinkle that beautiful layer of cheddar cheese all over the top.
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Pop it back in the oven for another 5-10 minutes, just until the cheese gets melty and starts to turn golden.
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Let it rest for 5-10 minutes, then top with fresh cilantro, green onions, avocado, and salsa. Serve it up while it's still nice and warm!
# Notes:
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This cozy casserole brings together all your favorite Mexican flavors in one dish
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Perfect for meal prep - it reheats beautifully!
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Can be made ahead and frozen for up to 3 months