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Cheesy Ground Chicken and Rice Burritos

Cheesy Ground Chicken and Rice Burritos for a Cozy Dinner Night

These Cheesy Ground Chicken and Rice Burritos are a delightful twist on comfort food, perfect for busy weeknights.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 burritos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 420

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 tablespoon Avocado Oil or Olive Oil
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper diced
  • 1 medium White Onion chopped
  • 1 medium Jalapeño Pepper chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 2 cups Cooked Rice white or brown
  • 0.5 cup Salsa Verde
  • 1-2 tablespoons Chipotle Sauce
  • 0.25 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 0.25 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
  • 4 large Extra Large Flour Tortillas

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of avocado oil. Add the ground chicken, diced red bell pepper, chopped onion, and minced jalapeño. Sauté for about 7-8 minutes until the chicken is cooked and the vegetables are softened.
  2. Sprinkle in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon of ground cumin. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring well to coat the chicken and veggies.
  3. Turn off the heat and stir in 2 cups of cooked rice, ½ cup of salsa verde, and 1-2 tablespoons of chipotle sauce, mixing thoroughly until combined.
  4. On each extra-large flour tortilla, layer ¼ cup of shredded cheddar cheese, followed by ½ cup of filling, and top with another ¼ cup of shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Fold the sides in and roll tightly into a burrito shape.
  5. In the same skillet, place the burrito seam-side down over medium heat. Toast for 3-4 minutes until golden brown, then flip and toast the other side for another 3-4 minutes.
  6. Remove the burritos from the skillet and let cool slightly. Slice in half if desired and serve with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burritoCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

This recipe is highly customizable, allowing for ingredient swaps based on personal preferences.

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