Dinner

One-Pot Burrito Casserole

All the burrito fillings — seasoned beef, beans, rice and melted cheese — baked in one pot into a scoopable, kid-friendly weeknight dinner.

October 29, 2026 By Chef Clara 4.92 (167 votes)
One-Pot Burrito Casserole
The Quick Takeaway

In a nutshell: This authentic mexican one-pot burrito casserole comes together in just 45 mins using simple whole ingredients. The chef's secret: Rinsing removes excess starch so the casserole stays fluffy instead of gummy. Perfect for home cooks seeking a dependable, restaurant-quality finish with minimal effort.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 45 mins
Cuisine Mexican
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One-pot burrito casserole: seasoned beef, beans, rice and melted cheese baked in one pot. A kid-friendly weeknight dinner with easy clean-up.

Key Equipment

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  • Large oven-safe skillet or Dutch oven with lid
  • Wooden spoon
  • Can opener

Chef's Pro-Tips

  • Rinse the rice first: Rinsing removes excess starch so the casserole stays fluffy instead of gummy.
  • Do not lift the lid while the rice cooks: Trapped steam is what cooks the rice evenly — peeking lets it out and leaves crunchy grains.
  • Rest before scooping: Five minutes lets the rice set so servings hold together instead of spreading across the plate.

Ingredients
6 servings

  • 1 lb ground beef, 80/20
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 can black beans, 15 oz, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles, 10 oz, undrained
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked, rinsed
  • 1 ½ cups chicken broth, low-sodium
  • 1 cup frozen corn
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
  • ½ cup sour cream, for serving
  • ¼ cup fresh coriander, chopped, for serving
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Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Brown the Beef

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Cook the ground beef in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up, until browned, about 6 minutes. Drain off excess fat.

2

Season and Build

Add the onion and bell pepper and cook 4 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and taco seasoning and cook 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in the black beans, tomatoes with their juice, rice, broth and corn.

3

Simmer Covered

Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for 18-20 minutes, stirring once halfway, until the rice is tender and has absorbed most of the liquid.

4

Cheese and Bake

Uncover, stir in 1 cup of the cheese, and scatter the remaining cup over the top. Transfer to the oven and bake uncovered for 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling.

5

Rest and Serve

Rest for 5 minutes so the rice firms up for scooping. Serve with sour cream, coriander, and hot sauce or salsa on the side.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — ground turkey works exactly the same way. Add a tablespoon of oil when browning it, since turkey is leaner and can stick.

Yes — assemble through the simmer step, cool, and refrigerate up to 24 hours. Reheat covered at 350°F (175°C) for 20 minutes, then add the cheese and bake until bubbling.

Sour cream, salsa, guacamole, pickled jalapeños, shredded lettuce and hot sauce — set them out like a burrito bar and let everyone build their own bowl.

Usually the lid was lifted or the heat was too high and the liquid evaporated. Keep the heat low, the lid on, and add a splash of broth if the pan looks dry before the rice is done.

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