Chicken Burrito Casserole Bake (Print Version)

Cheesy chicken, beans, and rice baked in one dish with vibrant flavors and creamy, melty cheese topping.

# Ingredients:

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01 - 400 g cooked chicken, shredded
02 - 425 g tinned black beans, drained and rinsed
03 - 425 g tinned corn, drained
04 - 285 g tinned diced tomatoes with green chilies
05 - 200 g cooked rice, white or brown
06 - 115 g shredded cheddar cheese
07 - 115 g shredded Monterey Jack cheese
08 - 30 g taco seasoning mix
09 - 250 ml salsa
10 - 240 ml sour cream
11 - 15 ml olive oil
12 - 15 g fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
13 - Tortilla chips or flour tortillas, for serving (optional)

# Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 33 x 23 cm (9 x 13 inch) baking dish with olive oil.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, cooked rice, taco seasoning, salsa, and half of each cheese. Stir until thoroughly integrated.
03 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the top.
04 - Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
05 - Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden.
06 - Allow to cool briefly, then garnish with chopped cilantro if desired. Serve warm with optional tortilla chips or flour tortillas.

# Notes:

01 - For added flavor, sprinkle extra taco seasoning on top before baking or mix in chopped jalapeños for heat.