Chicken Burritos with Cheese and Black Bean Salsa
Savor the bold flavors of these irresistible Chicken Burritos with Cheese and Black Bean Salsa, a perfect blend of hearty and fresh ingredients. Juicy, spiced chicken is shredded and wrapped in warm flour tortillas alongside gooey melted cheddar cheese and a zesty homemade black bean salsa featuring diced tomatoes, red onion, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime. These burritos are easy to assemble, with optional jalapeño for a spicy kick, and can be toasted for an added crunch. Ready in just 45 minutes, this crowd-pleasing recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve with extra salsa and a dollop of creamy sour cream for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is customizable. Perfect keywords: chicken burritos, black bean salsa, cheesy burrito recipe, easy Mexican dinner.
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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
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 pieces Flour tortillas (large)
- 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Tomatoes, diced
- 0.5 cup Red onion, finely diced
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 1 piece Jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Cook the chicken breasts in the skillet for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before shredding with forks.
In a medium bowl, combine the black beans, diced tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice. Add the jalapeño if desired. Mix well and set aside.
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet, or wrap them in foil and place them in a preheated 300°F (150°C) oven for 5 minutes.
To assemble the burritos, place a tortilla on a clean surface. Add approximately 1/4 of the shredded chicken in the center of the tortilla. Top with 1/4 of the shredded cheddar cheese and a generous scoop of black bean salsa.
Optionally, add a dollop of sour cream or other desired garnishes.
Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling, then roll it tightly from the bottom up to form a burrito. Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling.
If desired, toast the burritos in a skillet for 1-2 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
Serve immediately with extra black bean salsa and sour cream on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2685 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.5 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.4 g | 317% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 533 mg | 178% | |
| Sodium | 5058 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.7 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 27.9 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.9 g | ||
| Protein | 190.8 g | 382% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 1794 mg | 138% | |
| Iron | 19.4 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 2902 mg | 62% | |
*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.
