Description
A hearty chicken burrito bake that combines flavorful ingredients in a quick, healthy dish perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: avocado, cilantro, Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Combine the shredded chicken, black beans, cooked rice, salsa, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Stir until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve hot, garnished with optional toppings.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken in salsa before cooking. Substitute quinoa for brown rice or add bell peppers for crunch. This dish is easily customizable.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg