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Chicken Burritos

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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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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8
Calories: 977.3
Description
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
  • 1 1/4 cups Water
  • 1 1/4 oz Package Taco seasoning mix
  • 8 whole Flour tortillas (7" to 8")
  • 1 1/2 cups Lettuce; shredded
  • 1 cups Tomatoes; diced
  • 1 cups Cheese; shredded (4 oz)
  • 1/2 cups Taco sauce
Directions
  1. 1
    In a medium skillet, combine the shredded cooked chicken, water, and taco seasoning mix.
  2. 2
    Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the seasoning.
  3. 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. 4
    While the chicken simmers, warm the flour tortillas according to package directions to make them pliable.
  5. 5
    To assemble, spoon about 1/4 cup of the hot chicken mixture just below the center of each warm tortilla.
  6. 6
    Top the chicken with a portion of the shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and a drizzle of taco sauce.
  7. 7
    Fold the bottom edge of the tortilla up and over the filling just until it is covered.
  8. 8
    Fold the left and right sides of the tortilla inward until they meet in the middle.
  9. 9
    Roll the burrito up tightly from the bottom to seal it.
  10. 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.

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