Chicken Burritos

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Hearty, cheesy chicken burritos packed with fresh lettuce and tomatoes, perfect for a quick family dinner.
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These Chicken Burritos are the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. The star is tender, shredded chicken simmered in a savory taco seasoning blend until the flavors deeply penetrate every bite. Wrapped in warm, pliable flour tortillas, the filling is balanced with crisp shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, and a generous layer of melted cheese. A drizzle of tangy taco sauce adds the final punch of flavor and moisture. This dish is incredibly satisfying yet simple to assemble, making it a favorite for feeding a crowd or packing leftovers for lunch. It&# 226;€™s a reliable, home-style meal that delivers big Mexican-inspired flavors without requiring complex techniques or hard-to-find ingredients.

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Chicken Burritos

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 977.3

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These Chicken Burritos are the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. The star is tender, shredded chicken simmered in a savory taco seasoning blend until the flavors deeply penetrate every bite. Wrapped in warm, pliable flour tortillas, the filling is balanced with crisp shredded lettuce, juicy diced tomatoes, and a generous layer of melted cheese. A drizzle of tangy taco sauce adds the final punch of flavor and moisture. This dish is incredibly satisfying yet simple to assemble, making it a favorite for feeding a crowd or packing leftovers for lunch. It&# 226;€™s a reliable, home-style meal that delivers big Mexican-inspired flavors without requiring complex techniques or hard-to-find ingredients.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a medium skillet, combine the shredded cooked chicken, water, and taco seasoning mix.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the seasoning.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the liquid is mostly absorbed and the chicken is heated through.
  4. While the chicken simmers, warm the flour tortillas according to package directions to make them pliable.
  5. To assemble, spoon about 1/4 cup of the hot chicken mixture just below the center of each warm tortilla.
  6. Top the chicken with a portion of the shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and a drizzle of taco sauce.
  7. Fold the bottom edge of the tortilla up and over the filling just until it is covered.
  8. Fold the left and right sides of the tortilla inward until they meet in the middle.
  9. Roll the burrito up tightly from the bottom to seal it.
  10. Serve immediately with additional taco sauce on the side if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 977.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 39.8g62%
Saturated Fat 9.6g48%
Cholesterol 160.2mg54%
Sodium 4089.5mg171%
Total Carbohydrate 73.7g25%
Dietary Fiber 7.9g32%
Sugars 5.7g
Protein 62.8g126%

* 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, burritos, mexican, tacos, dinner, easy, family, quick, tortillas, cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, seasoning, wrap, lunch, comfort food, savory
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