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Easy Cheesy Chicken and Bean Burrito Bake Casserole

A close-up of a hearty slice of burrito bake, layered with seasoned meat and rice, topped with melted cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese and fresh parsley.
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You can make this easy burrito bake casserole for a comforting, family-friendly dinner. It uses simple ingredients like seasoned chicken, beans, rice, and lots of cheese, delivering the flavors of a burrito in one simple baked dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground chicken or ground beef
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning mix
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (10 ounces) mild enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup cooked white rice
  • 1 cup sour cream, divided
  • 1 cup salsa, divided
  • 8 medium flour tortillas, cut into quarters
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the ground chicken or beef and cook until browned. Drain any excess fat.
  3. Stir the taco seasoning into the meat, following the packet directions for preparation, usually adding a small amount of water.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the cooked meat, black beans, enchilada sauce, cooked rice, half of the sour cream (1/2 cup), and half of the salsa (1/2 cup). Mix well.
  5. Spread a thin layer of the meat mixture on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  6. Arrange half of the cut tortilla pieces over the meat mixture in a single layer.
  7. Top the tortillas with half of the remaining meat mixture. Sprinkle with half of the Mexican cheese blend and half of the cheddar cheese.
  8. Repeat the layers: remaining tortillas, remaining meat mixture, remaining Mexican cheese blend, and remaining cheddar cheese.
  9. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
  10. Let the burrito bake rest for 5 minutes before serving. Top individual servings with the remaining sour cream and salsa.

Notes

  • You can prepare this casserole completely ahead of time. Assemble all layers, cover the dish, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. Add 10 minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the refrigerator.
  • For a freezer friendly bake, assemble the casserole in a foil pan, cover tightly with foil, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking, or bake from frozen at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 60 minutes, checking for doneness.
  • If you prefer a spicier flavor, use hot enchilada sauce or add a diced jalapeño to the meat mixture while cooking.

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