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Cheesy Ground Chicken and Rice Burritos

Savor Cheesy Ground Chicken and Rice Burritos Tonight

Enjoy these Cheesy Ground Chicken and Rice Burritos for a comforting and customizable meal any weeknight.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 burritos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 2 tablespoons Avocado Oil Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 1 pound Ground Chicken Substitutable with ground turkey or lean ground beef.
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Can be swapped with other bell peppers; omit if preferred.
  • 1 cup White Onion Choose yellow onion as an alternative.
  • 1 whole Jalapeño Pepper Optional for spice.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice White or brown rice works well.
  • ½ cup Salsa Verde Can be replaced with red salsa or green chiles.
  • 1 tablespoon Chipotle Sauce Use chopped chipotles in adobo as a substitute if needed.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
  • 4 extra large Flour Tortillas Use whole wheat or spinach tortillas for a healthier option.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of avocado oil over medium heat until shimmering. Add 1 pound of ground chicken, chopped red bell pepper, and diced white onion. Sauté for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is browned and the veggies are tender.
  2. Stir in 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, ½ teaspoon of kosher salt, and 1 teaspoon of ground cumin. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, stirring continuously.
  3. Add 1 cup of cooked rice, ½ cup of salsa verde, and 1 tablespoon of chipotle sauce to the skillet. Mix everything together until well combined and heated through—about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Spread a layer of cheese down the center of a tortilla, followed by a generous portion of the filling. Top with more cheese, fold the sides in, and roll tightly.
  5. Toast each burrito seam side down over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes until golden and crispy, then turn over to crisp the other side.
  6. Let the toasted burritos cool for a minute before slicing in half. Serve warm with optional dips like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burritoCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Make these burritos ahead of time for meal prep, freeze, and reheat for a quick meal option.

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