Best 11 Simple Chicken Burrito Recipes

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Are you looking for a go-to recipe that's both simple and delicious? Look no further than the classic chicken burrito. This Mexican-inspired dish is a versatile meal that can be easily customized to your liking and is perfect for busy weeknights or quick lunches. With just a few pantry staples and a few minutes of your time, you can create a flavorful and satisfying chicken burrito that's sure to become a favorite. So, grab your tortillas, chicken, and favorite toppings, and let's get started on making the best simple chicken burrito recipe!

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

FIESTA CHICKEN BURRITOS



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Saucy, spicy chicken burritos are easy to assemble and quick to bake.

Provided by Gay Lea Foods Co-operative(R)

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Gay Lea Foods Co-operative®

Time 38m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound skinless boneless chicken breasts
2 teaspoons Gay Lea Butter
1 pinch Pinch salt
1 pinch Pinch pepper
2 cups shredded Ivanhoe Old Cheddar
⅔ cup Gay Lea Sour Cream
1 cup diced green pepper
⅓ cup salsa
½ cup sliced black olives
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
4 large flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Cut chicken into small 1-inch (2.5cm) cubes. In skillet, melt butter over medium high heat and cook chicken for about 8 minutes or until no longer pink inside. Salt and pepper to taste. Pour into large bowl and stir in 1/2 cup (375mL) of the cheese, sour cream, green pepper, salsa, olives, jalapeno, and cilantro.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • Divide mixture among tortillas: Fold and roll to enclose filling completely; place seam side down in small baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
  • Bake in centre of oven for about 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and tortillas are crispy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 711.4 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Cholesterol 147.4 mg, Fat 37.1 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 45.5 g, SaturatedFat 18.4 g, Sodium 1319.9 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

EASY CHICKEN BURRITOS



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Make your own chicken burritos in 25 minutes, ideal for a packed lunch or easy dinner. Fill them with rice, beans, cheese, avocado and soured cream

Provided by Anna Glover

Categories     Dinner, Main course

Time 25m

Yield (makes 6 burritos)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 onion , diced
1 tbsp chipotle paste
250g cooked chicken , chopped into small chunks
2 x 250g pack ready-cooked rice
400g can red kidney beans
1 lime , juiced
small bunch coriander , chopped
1 ripe avocado , chopped
6 large wraps
6 tbsp tomato salsa
100g grated cheddar
6 tbsp soured cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a frying pan and gently fry the onion until soft, about 10 minutes. Stir in the chipotle paste and the chicken to warm through.
  • Heat the rice following pack instructions and warm through the kidney beans in their liquid in a small pan. Drain the beans and fold in the cooked rice, with half the lime juice and half the coriander.
  • Mix the remaining coriander and lime juice with the avocado, mashing it well with some seasoning.
  • Heat the wraps individually in a dry frying pan to warm through, or warm in the microwave for 5-10 seconds.
  • Divide the rice and beans between the warmed wraps, piling the mixture into the middle of each one. Lay the chicken on top, then add a spoon each of the avocado, salsa, cheddar and soured cream, if using. Don't overfill the wraps or they will be difficult to close.
  • With each wrap, fold over two ends to cover the filling, then carefully roll over and tuck the ends under to make a thick sausage shape with the folds on the base. Keep the prepared ones warm in a low oven as you work. Cut in half, on a diagonal, to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 610 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 11 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 66 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 8 grams fiber, Protein 29 grams protein, Sodium 1.7 milligram of sodium

WEEKDAY MEAL-PREP CHICKEN BURRITO BOWLS RECIPE BY TASTY



Weekday Meal-Prep Chicken Burrito Bowls Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: boneless, skinless chicken breasts, bell peppers, large red onion, olive oil, taco seasoning, salt, pepper, salsa, brown rice, black beans, corn, shredded cheddar cheese, lime, fresh cilantro

Provided by Scott Loitsch

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
3 bell peppers, any color, sliced
1 large red onion, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
salt, to taste
pepper, to taste
1 jar salsa
3 cups brown rice, cooked
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can corn
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 lime, sliced into wedges
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, to garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
  • Line a baking sheet with foil.
  • Place the chicken, peppers, and onions onto the baking sheet and drizzle with oil.
  • Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper on the bell peppers and onions, tossing to coat.
  • Top each chicken breast with a generous pour of salsa.
  • Bake in a preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  • Rest chicken for 10 minutes, before slicing into strips.
  • Add a base of brown rice to 4 food storage containers. Top each with a scoop of black beans, corn, additional salsa, cheddar cheese, cooked bell peppers, and onions, and sliced chicken. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a lime wedge.
  • Store in the refrigerator (and enjoy any extras immediately). Can be kept refrigerated for up to 4 days.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1165 calories, Carbohydrate 181 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 17 grams, Protein 54 grams, Sugar 14 grams

CHICKEN BURRITO SKILLET



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We love Mexican night at our house, and I love to re-create dishes from our favorite restaurants. This burrito-inspired dish is ready for the table in almost no time! -Krista Marshall, Fort Wayne, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, drained
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
2-1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
1 medium tomato, chopped
3 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with salt and pepper. In a large cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat; saute chicken until browned, about 2 minutes. Remove from pan., In same pan, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat; saute rice until lightly browned, 1-2 minutes. Stir in beans, canned tomatoes, seasonings and broth; bring to a boil. Place chicken on top (do not stir into rice). Simmer, covered, until rice is tender and chicken is no longer pink, 20-25 minutes., Remove from heat; sprinkle with cheese. Let stand, covered, until cheese is melted. Top with tomato and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 403 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 690mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHICKEN BURRITO



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Use up leftover chicken in these easy toasted wraps, filled with spiced Mexican-style rice and beans. Swap for ham, beef or pork if you prefer

Provided by Cassie Best

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Supper

Time 1h

Yield Serves 4 (1.5 burritos per person)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 red or white onion, or 4 spring onions, chopped
400g mixed vegetables of your choice (we used carrots, red pepper and sweetcorn)
200g leftover chicken, chopped into small chunks
2 x 250g packs ready-cooked lime & coriander rice
400g can red kidney beans in chilli sauce
6 large wraps
1 avocado, chopped
100g grated cheddar
1 egg, beaten
soured cream, to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan. Add the onion and cook for 5 mins until soft, then add your chosen veggies and continue cooking for another 5-10 mins or until tender. Add the leftover meat, the rice and beans, along with the sauce from the can. Stir everything together and cook for 5 mins until piping hot.
  • Heat another frying pan, or a griddle pan, until hot, and heat oven to 140C/120C fan/gas 2. Now assemble the burritos. Warm a wrap for 10 secs on the hot pan (keep the pan hot, you'll need to use it again).
  • Pile roughly a sixth of the rice mixture onto the centre of the wrap. Top with a little avocado and some cheese, then brush beaten egg around the edge. Fold the ends over the filling, then fold in the sides, like an envelope.
  • Flatten a little to a parcel, then place, seam-side down, in the hot pan. Cook for 2 mins until the underside has sealed shut and is toasted a golden brown, flip over and cook for a few mins more.
  • Keep the burrito warm in the oven while you continue assembling and cooking the remaining burritos. Serve with soured cream, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 878 calories, Fat 28 grams fat, SaturatedFat 10 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 108 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 13 grams sugar, Fiber 14 grams fiber, Protein 40 grams protein, Sodium 2.5 milligram of sodium

CHICKEN, RICE & BEAN BURRITOS RECIPE BY TASTY



Chicken, Rice & Bean Burritos Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: flour tortillas, refried bean, spanish rice, rotisserie chicken, shredded mexican cheese blend

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 burritos

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 flour tortillas
16 oz refried bean, 1 can
1 cup spanish rice, cooked
1 cup rotisserie chicken, shredded
1 cup shredded mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Assemble the burritos by microwaving the flour tortilla for 20 seconds, and begin to layer burrito starting with refried beans, followed by the cooked rice, rotisserie chicken, and cheese.
  • Fold in the left and right sides of the tortilla and roll it up from the bottom, tucking the bottom edge under the filling. Wrap in parchment paper and label. Freeze up to 1 month.
  • To reheat from frozen, wrap the burrito in a damp paper towel and microwave for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway or until the center is hot. Let stand 1 minute before eating.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 1 gram

CHICKEN BURRITO



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Quick and easy dinner that everyone will ask for again and again!

Provided by Holly Nilsson

Categories     Main Course

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 flour tortillas (12")
1 jar salsa (16 ounces)
2 cups monterey jack cheese (shredded, divided)
1 rotisserie chicken (small)
2 cans green chilies (diced, 4 ounces)
1 can fire-roasted tomatoes (diced, 24 ounces, or canned tomatoes with green chiles)
1 chipotle chili in adobo sauce (seeded and minced)
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon oregano

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°F and spray a 9x13" casserole with non-stick spray, set aside.
  • Remove skin from chicken and pick the meat off in bite-size pieces. Place into a bowl.
  • Set a 12" skillet over medium heat, add burrito filling ingredients. Stir to combine.
  • Cook the burrito filling mixture until it's warm, about 5 minutes.
  • Add in the chicken and stir to combine. If there is a lot of moisture in the skillet keep cooking over medium just until the water cooks off.
  • Add an equal amount of chicken to the center of each burrito and top them equally with 1 ½ cups of the shredded cheese (reserve ½ cup).
  • Roll them up burrito style and set them seam side down in the prepared casserole dish. Spoon the salsa over the burritos and top with remaining shredded cheese.
  • Add the dish to the oven and bake for about 15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the burritos are warm throughout.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 577 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 57 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 187 mg, Sodium 1625 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 7 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SIMPLE CHICKEN BURRITO



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A simple chicken, rice, and bean burrito. Very quick and consistent recipe. Extremely hard to screw up, so it's a good one for even the worst of cooks!

Provided by Countessme

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 1 burrito, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 1/2 cups refried black beans
2 cups rice
3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups mild salsa
2 teaspoons canola oil
5 large flour tortillas

Steps:

  • You can dice the chicken after it's cooked, but I prefer to do it before hand. cut each breast into 1/2 inch strips (estimated) and then each strip into small cubes. Cook them on a skillet in the oil.
  • While the chicken cooks, warm up the beans in a small sauce pan, stir them constantly so they don't stick.
  • Once the chicken is cooked thoroughly, pull it and the beans off of the stove. This should take about 15 minutes on Medium if the chicken is in cubes already, but it varies from stove to stove.
  • If the tortillas you're using are homemade, skip this step, if they're store bought taco type shells, put them in the microwave for 15 seconds.
  • Make the burritos the same way you would make a taco, using the beans, rice, chicken, salsa, and any other toppings of your choosing.

CHICKEN BURRITOS



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This mouthwatering chicken burrito recipe makes enough for two casseroles, so you can enjoy one today and freeze the other for a busy weeknight. They're super to have on hand for quick meals or to take to potlucks. -Sonya Nightingale, Burley, Idaho.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 casseroles (6 servings each).

Number Of Ingredients 17

6 tablespoons butter
1 large onion, chopped
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
3 cups chicken broth
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, undrained
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons chopped jalapeno pepper, optional
1 can (15 ounces) chili with beans
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, cubed
8 cups cubed cooked chicken
24 flour tortillas (6 inches), warmed
6 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
Salsa, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and pepper; cook and stir until tender. Stir in flour until blended; gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in tomatoes, seasonings and, if desired, jalapeno. Cook 5 minutes. Add chili and cream cheese; stir until cream cheese is melted. Stir in chicken., Spoon about 1/2 cup filling across center of each tortilla; sprinkle each with 1/4 cup Colby-Monterey Jack cheese. Fold bottom and sides over filling and roll up. Place in 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. , Bake, covered, 35-40 minutes or until heated through. If desired, serve with salsa. Freeze option: Cool unbaked burritos; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Cover burritos with foil; bake as directed, increasing baking time to 50-55 minutes or until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 160°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 760 calories, Fat 44g fat (23g saturated fat), Cholesterol 177mg cholesterol, Sodium 1608mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 51g protein.

SUPER SIMPLE CHICKEN BURRITO OR QUESADILLA



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My mother in law made these one night and they are great and fast. When you don't have time to cook. Kids can make the burrito by themselves. Add other ingredients that you like- we prefer it simple!

Provided by Shawn C

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 13m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 store bought any flavor rotisserie-cooked chicken (almost all grocery stores have these now)
8 flour tortillas (10 inch)
1 lb thick sliced mushrooms
shredded cheese, lots (you pick what kind we use fiesta or mexican blend)
sour cream
salsa

Steps:

  • debone and deskin chicken and tear into shreds.
  • saute mushrooms in olive oil for 5-7 minutes until cooked
  • for burrito-place chicken, cheese and mushrooms on a tortilla and wrap up place in microwave on microwave safe plate for 1 to 1 1/2 minutes on high.
  • for quesadilla- place a tortilla on a nonstick fry pan sprayed with a nonstick spray, sprinkle chicken, cheese and mushrooms over entire surface top with another tortilla. let cook until just brown over medium heat and carefully flip cook other side the same way.
  • move quesadilla to a plate and cut into 4 triangle serving pieces.
  • enjoy with sour cream and salsa or whatever you enjoy topping it with.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.6, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 87.7, Sodium 339.9, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 2, Sugar 2, Protein 32.9

YUMMY CHICKEN BURRITOS



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I used to beg my mom for these; now I make them for my son. Serve with beans, tomatoes, lettuce, sour cream, salsa, and cheese.

Provided by smellow

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 2h

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 whole chicken
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with habanero peppers (such as RO*TEL® Hot)
1 green bell pepper, diced
1 large onion, diced
3 jalapeno chile peppers, seeded and diced
2 (1 ounce) packets taco seasoning mix, divided
2 tablespoons canola oil, or as needed
1 (15 ounce) package flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Place chicken, tomatoes with habanero peppers, green bell pepper, onion, jalapeno chile peppers, and 1 packet taco seasoning in a large pot; pour in enough water to just cover chicken.
  • Bring chicken and vegetables to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until chicken is no longer pink inside, about 1 1/2 hours. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Remove chicken from the pot and let cool. Pull chicken meat off the bones and cut into bite-sized pieces; discard carcass. Pour off about half the liquid from the pot, making sure all the vegetables stay. Return chicken meat to pot; add the remaining 1 packet taco seasoning. Simmer until flavors have blended, about 10 minutes.
  • Heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat; fry tortillas, working in batches, in the hot oil until desired crispness is reached, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Spoon chicken mixture into each tortilla to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219.4 calories, Carbohydrate 20.5 g, Cholesterol 24.6 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 11.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 509.2 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the flavor of your burrito. Look for ripe avocados, crisp lettuce, and juicy tomatoes.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken is dry and tough. Cook the chicken until it is just cooked through, about 8-10 minutes per side.
  • Use a variety of toppings: The toppings are what make a burrito special. Try a variety of toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, cheese, and beans.
  • Wrap the burrito tightly: A tightly wrapped burrito will hold together better and be easier to eat. Use a large tortilla and wrap it around the filling tightly, tucking in the sides.
  • Serve the burrito with your favorite sides: Burritos can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, beans, or chips and salsa.

Conclusion:

Chicken burritos are a delicious and versatile meal that can be made with a variety of ingredients. They are perfect for a quick and easy lunch or dinner. With a little planning, you can make a chicken burrito that is both healthy and satisfying. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, try making a chicken burrito. You won't be disappointed.

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