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Chicken Burritos

Chicken Burritos 5 Secrets to Perfect 20-Minute Burritos Every Time


  • Author: Simon
  • Total Time: 20
  • Yield: 6 1x

Description

Quick Easy Chicken Burritos ready in 20 minutes with seasoned chicken strips, rice, beans, cheese, and fresh toppings wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, and feeding hungry families.


Ingredients

Scale

pounds boneless chicken breasts or thighs

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 teaspoons chili powder

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon paprika

½ teaspoon onion powder

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

Juice of 1 lime

6 large flour tortillas (1012 inch)

1½ cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

1 cup cooked rice

1 cup black beans, drained

1 cup salsa

1 cup sour cream

1 cup shredded lettuce

1 cup diced tomatoes

½ cup diced onions

Fresh cilantro

Lime wedges


Instructions

1. Slice chicken into ½-inch thick strips. Pat completely dry with paper towels.

2. In bowl, toss chicken strips with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.

3. Prepare all toppings: shred cheese, dice vegetables, warm rice, drain beans. Set aside.

4. Warm tortillas: wrap in damp paper towel, microwave 30 seconds. Or heat in dry skillet 20 seconds per side.

5. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

6. Add seasoned chicken strips in single layer (cook in batches if needed). Cook 4-5 minutes without moving until golden brown.

7. Flip chicken strips, cook 4-5 minutes more until cooked through (165°F internal temp) and golden on second side.

8. Squeeze lime juice over cooked chicken, toss to coat. Remove from heat.

9. Assemble burritos: Lay warm tortilla flat. Add ⅓ cup rice in horizontal line across lower third, leaving 2-inch borders on sides.

10. Layer 3 tablespoons beans, ⅓ cup chicken, ¼ cup cheese, and small amounts of lettuce, tomatoes, salsa, and sour cream.

11. Fold bottom edge up and over filling, tucking tightly. Fold sides in toward center. Roll forward tightly keeping sides tucked. Seam should be on bottom.

12. Optional: Toast rolled burrito seam-side down in dry skillet over medium heat, 2-3 minutes per side until golden and crispy. Serve immediately.

Notes

Slice chicken into uniform ½-inch strips for even, quick cooking.

Don’t overcrowd pan – cook chicken in batches for proper browning.

Chicken must reach 165°F internal temperature for safety.

Always warm tortillas before rolling – cold tortillas crack.

Don’t overfill – use recommended amounts or burrito falls apart.

Drain wet toppings well to prevent soggy burritos.

Refrigerate wrapped burritos up to 3 days or freeze up to 2 months.

Reheat in microwave 2-3 minutes or oven 350°F for 15-20 minutes.

Can use rotisserie chicken for 15-minute version.

  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 10
  • Category: Main Course, Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1
  • Calories: 485
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 920mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 95mg

Keywords: chicken burritos, quick burritos, easy dinner, 20 minute meal, weeknight dinner, meal prep