Chicken Burritos
Chicken burritos are a flavorful delight that can elevate any meal into a festive occasion. Picture warm tortillas enveloping juicy, seasoned chicken, melted cheese, and fresh veggies, all topped with zesty salsa. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for quick lunches, dinners, or meal prep, making it a versatile favorite. Get ready to savor every bite of these mouthwatering burritos that promise to impress your family and friends!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1 cup onions, diced
- 1/2 cup medium salsa
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by dicing the vegetables.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Season chicken with paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper while cooking.
- Remove the chicken from heat, shred it using two forks, and mix it back into the skillet with sautéed veggies until heated through.
- Assemble each burrito by laying a tortilla flat and placing the shredded chicken mixture in the center. Top with cheese and salsa before folding tightly.
- Return assembled burritos to the skillet seam-side down over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes until crispy; flip carefully.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito (300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg