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Spicy Chicken Burrito

Juicy spiced chicken wrapped with rice, beans, cheese, and salsa in a warm tortilla for the ultimate handheld comfort meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 burritos
Course: Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican, Tex-Mex
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts diced
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.5 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper optional, to taste
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked rice white or brown
  • 0.5 cup black beans rinsed and drained
  • 0.5 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack
  • 0.5 cup salsa or pico de gallo
  • 2 tbsp sour cream optional
  • 1 lime juiced
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • fresh cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs
  • Knife and cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat oil in skillet; cook chicken with seasonings until browned and cooked through.
  2. Warm rice, black beans, and corn; season lightly with salt.
  3. Lay tortillas flat; add rice, chicken, cheese, salsa, and sour cream.
  4. Fold in sides and roll burritos tightly.
  5. Toast burritos in a hot skillet until golden. Serve warm with extra salsa and lime.

Notes

Freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat in oven or microwave before serving.