Chicken Burrito
Chicken burritos are a popular variation of Mexican cuisine, gaining prominence in California in the 1950s. The dish traditionally consists of tortilla wraps filled with richly flavored chicken, rice, beans, and cheese, then rolled up and served. Imagine the aroma of the burrito's rich filling permeating the kitchen as you prepare this dish. The secret to a great chicken burrito lies in its well-balanced flavors: the juicy, seasoned chicken blends harmoniously with the nutritious ingredients of rice and beans, made even more tantalizing by the melting cheddar cheese. It's an ideal choice for family meals, quick weeknight dinners, or even parties.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Wash the chicken breast fillets, then dice them into small cubes. Finely chop the red onion and bell pepper.
2
Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sauté the red onion until translucent.
3
Add the chicken breast cubes and cook until browned on all sides. Season with salt, pepper, and the burrito seasoning mix.
4
Add the chopped bell pepper and cook for another 3-4 minutes, until slightly softened.
5
Drain and rinse the canned kidney beans with cold water. Add them to the chicken and cook together for 2 minutes.
6
Finally, stir in the cooked rice and heat through thoroughly. Remove from heat.
7
Warm the tortilla wraps briefly in a skillet or microwave, so they are easy to shape.
8
Fill the tortilla wraps with the chicken and rice mixture. Sprinkle with grated cheddar cheese. Fold the bottom edge up, fold in the sides, and roll up tightly into a burrito.
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Serve immediately. Optionally, briefly pan-fry the finished burritos to make them crispy on the outside. Tip: Serve with sour cream, guacamole, or extra cheddar cheese.
