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Easy Chicken Burrito Recipe

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  • Jalapeno
  • Cherry Tomatoes
  • Cilantro
burritos cut in half in a bowl.
burritos cut in half in a bowl.

Easy Chicken Burrito Recipe

we're talking about my easy chicken burrito recipe you can make right at home, freeze for lunches months ahead or meal prep for the week. These burritos are under 450 calories per serving, are packed with veggies, and come to you at $2.77 a piece.
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 burritos
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For Burritos
  • 6 Whole Grain Tortillas
  • 1 lbs Ground Chicken or 2 large chicken breast thinly chopped
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning
  • 1 Sweet Pepper diced
  • 1 Garlic Clove minced
  • 1 cup Grated Cheese I prefer a sharp cheddar
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 lbs Cherry Tomatoes or 2 italian tomatoes
  • 1 Jalapeno diced
  • 3/4 cup Black Beans strained
  • hanful Cilantro chopped
  • 1 Lime juiced
  • 3/4 cup Corn fresh or canned
  • Salsa
  • Sour Cream

Equipment

  • 1 Large Pan
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Knife
  • 3-4 Bowls
  • Roll of Tin Foil

Method
 

  1. Begin by cooking your chicken & peppers on medium heat until your chicken is mostly white.
  2. Once your chicken is mostly white, add in your minced garlic clove & taco seasoning. Next, add in the recommended amount of water as per the instructions on your seasoning packet, and cook until the water evaporates.
  3. While your chicken is cooking, begin prepping your veggies & cheese: dice your tomato, lettuce, and jalapeno. Next, grate your cheese, and strain your beans & corn.
For Assembly
  1. If you plan on freezing or meal prepping your burritos, wait until your chicken is cooled before folding your burritos.
  2. Set a large pan to medium-low; before filling your tortilla, individually place your tortilla in your pan for 5 seconds on each side. This makes it easier to fold.
  3. Add your ingredients to the bottom half of your burrito, fold, and wrap in tin foil!
  4. Enjoy!

Notes

If you're planning to meal prep or freeze, I don't recommend adding salsa or sour cream directly to the burritos. Keep it on the side and enjoy when you're ready to eat it. This reduces the risk of your burrito getting soggy! 

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Some Substitutions for Your Perfect Chicken Burrito Recipe

Recipes aren’t one-size-fits-all, so here are some substitutions/suggestions for you to make the perfect recipe!

  • You can really use any meat for this recipe. Feel free to switch it up for turkey or beef for a delicious result!
  • All veggies are optional, and others are encouraged! Feel free to add in some onion, lettuce, or whatever else you're feeling.
  • Feeling some guac? Go for it! If you're freezing or meal prepping, opt for serving it on the side.
  • Any type of tortilla will work for this recipe as well! Feel free to go for a classic white tortilla or even a keto version.

Frequently Asked Questions

Storage

If you’re planning on meal prepping these for the week, you can keep them in the fridge, individually wrapped in tin foil. If you’re freezing, wrap them in tin foil and add them to a large ziploc bag. Make sure to take all the air out before sealing. 

Pairing

A burrito is kind of a meal in itself; however, you can always pair it with some chips & salsa. If you want to keep it light, serve your burritos with a simple garden salsa or some veggies with a light sour cream dip. 

Shelf Live

In the fridge, your burritos will keep for 5 days. If you plan on freezing them, they will be good for up to 6 months. I HIGHLY recommend not adding sauces directly into the burritos. When you go to reheat them they will turn soggy if there’s too much liquid in them. 

Bonus: Reheating

If you’re reheating from the fridge, I recommend reheating in a pan over medium heat until both sides are darkened and crispy. If you’re reheating from the freezer, pop them in the microwave for 40 seconds per side. Afterwards, heat them in a pan over medium heat until the tortillas are crispy. If you don’t microwave them first, I find the centre of the burritos have a hard time heating up. Important step!

burritos cut in half in a bowl.

My Kitchen Rules to Live By

  • In the words of Bethany Frankel, if you don't love it you don't like it. Find recipes you love, or they're not worth making.
  • Every recipe is really a suggestion; don't be afraid to change something to make it something you love.
  • If you're starting out, don't be afraid to try. The best chefs also had to start with a first dish.
  • Every recipe is best served shared. Find the recipes you love, and share it with those you love.

Thanks for stopping by the Hydroponic Kitchen! 💚

Love, Kat

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