Chicken Burritos – Sort Of

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Advanced
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Hearty, spiced chicken filling wrapped in warm tortillas with fresh toppings
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This “sort of” burrito is a comforting, home-style dish that relies on bold spices and simple techniques for maximum flavor. The filling combines tender chopped chicken with sautéed onions, green peppers, and chilies, all simmered in a rich blend of cumin, chili powder, and tomato juice. It’s a flexible recipe that allows you to adjust the heat with jalapeños to your liking. Perfect for busy weeknights, this meal comes together quickly and offers a satisfying balance of savory, spicy, and creamy textures. Serve with warm tortillas, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream for a complete, family-friendly dinner that feels indulgent without being complicated.

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Chicken Burritos – Sort Of

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 8 Calories: 358.5

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This "sort of" burrito is a comforting, home-style dish that relies on bold spices and simple techniques for maximum flavor. The filling combines tender chopped chicken with saut&# 195;©ed onions, green peppers, and chilies, all simmered in a rich blend of cumin, chili powder, and tomato juice. It’s a flexible recipe that allows you to adjust the heat with jalapeños to your liking. Perfect for busy weeknights, this meal comes together quickly and offers a satisfying balance of savory, spicy, and creamy textures. Serve with warm tortillas, shredded cheese, and a dollop of sour cream for a complete, family-friendly dinner that feels indulgent without being complicated.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Heat 2 teaspoons of cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 1 1/2 cups chopped onion and 1 cup chopped green pepper to the skillet.
  3. Sauté vegetables until the onions are translucent and softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in 4 oz chopped green chilies, 3 cloves minced garlic, 3 tablespoons chili powder, 2 tablespoons cumin, and 2 tablespoons basil.
  5. Add the chopped cooked chicken, chopped jalapeños (to taste), salt, and pepper to the skillet.
  6. Pour in 3/4 cup tomato juice and 1/4 cup water, stirring to combine all ingredients.
  7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover to simmer.
  8. Simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid has reduced and the filling reaches your desired consistency.
  9. Warm tortillas according to package instructions.
  10. Spoon the chicken mixture onto the center of each warm tortilla.
  11. Top with shredded cheddar and/or Monterey Jack cheese and a dollop of sour cream.
  12. Fold in the sides and roll up the tortilla tightly to form a burrito.
  13. Serve immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 358.5kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 18.0g28%
Saturated Fat 4.9g25%
Cholesterol 133.5mg45%
Sodium 123.0mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 40.5g81%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: chicken, burrito, mexican, cumin, chili powder, onion, green pepper, jalapeno, tortilla, cheddar, sour cream, weeknight dinner, family meal, spicy, comfort food, skillet, simmered, homestyle, protein, easy recipe
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