Chicken Burrito Bake Easy for Busy Families
Simplify dinner time with this Chicken Burrito Bake—an easy, family-friendly recipe perfect for busy weeknights! Packed with tender shredded chicken seasoned with zesty taco spices, hearty black beans, fluffy rice, tangy salsa, and gooey cheddar cheese, these oven-baked burritos deliver bold Mexican flavors without the hassle. Wrapped in soft flour tortillas and topped with melty cheese, this one-dish meal is quick to prepare in just 20 minutes, making it a lifesaver for time-crunched families. Garnish with green onions, sour cream, and fresh cilantro for a customizable finish everyone will love. Ideal for serving up to six, this hearty, cheesy delight is bound to become a go-to dinner favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces (boneless and skinless) Chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Taco seasoning
- 1 can (15 ounces, drained and rinsed) Black beans
- 2 cups Cooked white rice
- 1 cup Salsa
- 1.5 cups, divided Shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 large (flour) Tortillas
- 3 stalks (sliced thinly) Green onions
- 0.5 cup (optional, for serving) Sour cream
- 0.25 cup (chopped, optional for garnish) Cilantro
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a light layer of olive oil or cooking spray.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and season them with the taco seasoning. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and no longer pink inside.
Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet onto a cutting board. Shred the chicken using two forks, then set it aside.
In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, cooked white rice, salsa, and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until evenly combined.
Lay a large tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon about 3/4 cup of the chicken mixture into the center of the tortilla. Roll it tightly into a burrito, folding in the edges to seal the filling.
Place the rolled burrito seam side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheese evenly over the top of the burritos.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Top with sliced green onions, sour cream, and cilantro if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3350 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.4 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.5 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 446 mg | 148% | |
| Sodium | 10019 mg | 436% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 353.8 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.4 g | 166% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.1 g | ||
| Protein | 171.1 g | 342% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2018 mg | 155% | |
| Iron | 23.6 mg | 131% | |
| Potassium | 1962 mg | 42% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
