Get ready to indulge in the ultimate weeknight meal with these "Treat Yourself Awesome Easy Chicken Burritos"! Packed with tender shredded chicken seasoned to perfection with taco spices, fluffy rice, hearty black beans, and melty cheddar or Mexican blend cheese, this recipe is a flavor lover's dream. Topped with creamy avocado slices, tangy sour cream, fresh cilantro, and a dollop of zesty salsa, these burritos deliver restaurant-quality taste in just 35 minutes. Perfect for satisfying cravings or feeding the family, these customizable burritos are wrapped in warm, soft flour tortillas and can even be toasted for an irresistibly crispy finish. Whether you're after a quick dinner or an easy meal prep idea, this recipe checks all the boxes for comfort food bliss! Keywords: easy chicken burritos, quick weeknight meals, taco-seasoned chicken, customizable burritos recipe.
Begin by preparing the chicken. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Place the chicken in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through and no longer pink in the center (internal temperature of 165°F).
Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for 5 minutes before shredding it with two forks.
While the chicken is cooking, warm the tortillas in a microwave or skillet to make them more pliable.
Lay a warm tortilla on a flat surface. Add 1/4 cup of rice, 1/4 cup of black beans, and an appropriate portion of shredded chicken to the center.
Top with shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, a spoonful of salsa, slices of avocado, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then tightly roll it up from the bottom to form a burrito.
Repeat with the remaining tortillas and filling ingredients.
Optional: Lightly toast the burritos in a dry skillet over medium heat for 1-2 minutes per side for a crispy exterior.
Serve immediately and enjoy your awesome chicken burritos!
Calories |
3225 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 147.2 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.0 g | 280% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 473 mg | 158% | |
| Sodium | 7128 mg | 310% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 294.8 g | 107% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.8 g | 131% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 186.2 g | 372% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1381 mg | 106% | |
| Iron | 20.0 mg | 111% | |
| Potassium | 3169 mg | 67% | |
*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.