Chicken and Black Bean Burritos
Satisfy your cravings with these hearty and flavorful Chicken and Black Bean Burritos, a perfect combination of zesty spices, tender chicken, and wholesome black beans wrapped in soft flour tortillas. This quick and easy recipe is packed with protein and layered with delicious flavors, including smoky cumin, chili powder, and a touch of paprika, all balanced by gooey Cheddar cheese and fresh salsa. Ready in just 45 minutes, these burritos are ideal for a busy weeknight dinner or meal prep. Customize each burrito with dollops of sour cream, chopped cilantro, or a squeeze of lime for a fresh and tangy finish, and enjoy a restaurant-quality southwestern feast from the comfort of your home. Perfect for sharing, this recipe serves six and is guaranteed to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 cups Cooked white rice
- 1 can (15 oz) Black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Grated Cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup Salsa
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 6 pieces Large flour tortillas (burrito size)
- 1 optional Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Season the chicken breasts with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper on both sides.
Cook the chicken breasts in the skillet for 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before cutting into thin strips or shredding.
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked white rice, drained black beans, grated Cheddar cheese, and salsa. Stir until evenly mixed.
Lay out the flour tortillas on a flat surface. Place an equal amount of shredded chicken and rice-bean mixture in the center of each tortilla.
Fold in the sides of the tortilla and then roll it up tightly from bottom to top to form a burrito.
Optional: If you prefer warm burritos, heat a clean skillet or griddle over medium heat. Place the burritos seam-side down and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they are golden brown and slightly crisp.
Serve the burritos with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of chopped cilantro, and lime wedges on the side, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 22.1 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 79 mg | 26% | |
| Sodium | 1063 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.6 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.5 g | ||
| Protein | 35.2 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 255 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 515 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
