Best Chicken Burrito Recipe

Simple chicken burrito recipe made with shredded chicken, melted cheese, and creamy sauce, garnished with fresh herbs
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 30 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 8
Calories: 550
Description

This easy chicken burrito recipe yields eight baked burritos, wrapped in warm flour tortillas and stuffed with spiced shredded chicken, rice, and beans, all ready in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients
    For the Burritos
  • 1½ pounds of cooked shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 8 large flour tortillas (10-12 inches in diameter)
  • 3 cups of shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 can (15 oz) of black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup of corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup of diced bell peppers (red and green)
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon of chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon of dried Mexican oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon of smoked paprika
  • 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
  • salt and pepper to taste
    • For the Sauce
  • 1 can (10 oz) of enchilada sauce
  • 1/2 cup of sour cream
  • 1/2 teaspoon of ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lime juice
How To Make Chicken Burritos (Step-By-Step Instructions)
  1. 1
    Preheat Your Oven
    • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
    • Line a baking sheet with foil or parchment, or lightly grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  2. 2
    Sauté the Aromatics
    • In a medium skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
    • Add diced onion and bell peppers.
    • Sauté until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes.
    • Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant (don’t let it brown).
  3. 3
    Prepare the Chicken Filling
    • In the same skillet, add shredded chicken
    • Stir in the cooked shredded rotisserie chicken.
    • Stir in the thoroughly rinsed and well-drained black beans and the corn kernels
    • Add the ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, dried Mexican oregano, salt, and pepper.
    • Stir until the spices are thoroughly coated with the ingredients.
    • Cook for another 3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
    • Remove the skillet from the heat.
  4. 4
    Prepare the Sauces
    • In a small bowl, combine the enchilada sauce, sour cream, ground cumin, and freshly squeezed lime juice.
    • Whisk until smooth and well combined.
    • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. 5
    Warm the Tortillas
    • Place the tortillas in a preheated oven.
    • Heat each tortilla in a dry skillet for 15 to 20 seconds per side.
    • Warm tortillas are more flexible and less likely to tear when rolling.
  6. 6
    Assemble the Chicken Burritos
    • Lay a warm tortilla flat on a clean surface.
    • Spoon about ⅔ cup of the chicken filling down the center.
    • Sprinkle a handful of shredded Mexican blend cheese over the top.
    • Fold the sides in, then roll up tightly from the bottom, tucking in the edges as you go.
    • Place the burrito seam-side down in a baking dish.
    • Pour the sauce evenly over the top of all the burritos.
    • Repeat this process with the remaining tortillas and filling.
    • Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese on top.
  7. 7
    Bake the Chicken Burritos
    • Bake the burritos in the preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 20 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
    • Carefully remove from the oven.
    • Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
  8. 8
    Garnish & ServeCheesy chicken burrito oozing with melted cheese and creamy sauce, garnished with fresh parsley
    • Garnish with extra chopped cilantro.
    • Serve your chicken burrito warm with sour cream, guacamole, or lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Serving Size 1 Chicken Burrito (350g)

Amount Per Serving
Calories 550kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 9g45%
Trans Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 85mg29%
Sodium 750mg32%
Potassium 400mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Dietary Fiber 7g29%
Sugars 4g
Protein 32g64%
Vitamin A 180 IU
Vitamin C 8 mg
Calcium 280 mg
Iron 3 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note
  • Keep about ½" border on the tortilla to ensure neat rolling.
  • Space burritos seam-side down in the baking dish so fillings don’t leak.
  • Taste a small spoonful of the filling and adjust salt or spices before assembling.
  • Sprinkle a thin cheese layer inside the burrito first; this acts like “glue,” holding fillings together.
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