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Protein-Packed Burrito Bake


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  • Author: Jessie
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

A vibrant and comforting burrito bake filled with chicken, black beans, corn, and cheese, topped with fresh cilantro.


Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups Chicken, cooked (Use leftovers or rotisserie chicken.)
  • 1 can Black beans (Drained and rinsed.)
  • 1 bunch Fresh Cilantro (For garnish.)
  • 1 cup Corn, fresh or frozen (No need to thaw if frozen.)
  • 1 cup Salsa (Choose mild or spicy based on preference.)
  • 2 cups Rice, cooked (Best if cooked in advance.)
  • 1 cup Cheese (Use Monterey Jack or mild cheddar for best melt.)

Spices

  • 1 tsp Chili powder
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • to taste Salt and pepper (Add salt while mixing ingredients.)


Instructions

Preparation

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, black beans, corn, salsa, cooked rice, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stir until well mixed.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
  5. Sprinkle cheese on top.

Baking

  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  2. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Serving

  1. Serve warm, optionally with avocado slices or a dollop of plain yogurt.

Notes

Flexible recipe: Serve with warm tortillas, or add a green salad with lime vinaigrette. For leftovers, cool the pan, cover, and refrigerate for up to four days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: dinner, Main Course
  • Cuisine: American, Mexican