Minimal cleanup with this one-pan chicken burrito casserole. High in protein from chicken and black beans, ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
• 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chiles (Rotel)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese
• 6-8 small corn or flour tortillas, cut into strips
• Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado, cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Gather all ingredients: diced chicken, onion, garlic, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, spices, cheese, and tortillas.

Step 2

In a large oven-safe skillet (cast iron works great), heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add onion and garlic. Sauté until softened, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Return chicken to the skillet. Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chiles, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and let simmer for 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Remove skillet from heat. Stir in half of the shredded cheese. Top with tortilla strips, then sprinkle remaining cheese evenly over the top.

Step 6

Transfer skillet to the preheated oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly. If desired, broil for 1-2 minutes for a golden top.

Step 7

Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm with optional toppings like sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and lime wedges. Enjoy!

For best results

• For extra protein, add a can of drained and rinsed pinto beans along with the black beans.
• To make it lower carb, use low-carb tortillas or omit tortilla strips and serve over cauliflower rice.
• Use rotisserie chicken to save even more time—just shred and add with the beans.
• This casserole freezes well; assemble without baking, cover tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding 15 minutes.

Variations

• Swap chicken for ground turkey or beef.
• Make it vegetarian by omitting chicken and adding extra beans or tofu.
• Add bell peppers and zucchini for extra veggies.
• Use pepper jack cheese for a spicy kick.

Nutrition

• Calories385 kcal
• Total Fat15g
• Saturated Fat7g
• Cholesterol85mg
• Sodium720mg
• Total Carbohydrates32g
• Dietary Fiber8g
• Sugars5g
• Protein35g

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