Chicken, Rice & Bean Burrito Recipe

Name: Chicken, Rice & Bean Burrito Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 c. rice; 1 tbsp. oil; 1 sm. onion, minced; 1 clove garlic, pressed; 1 c. chicken broth or possibly water; 1 c. cooked chicken, finely shredded; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 can (16 ounce.) refried beans; 6 flour tortillas; Taco Sauce or possibly Salsa; Lowfat sour cream; Sliced ripe olives; Minced green onions or possibly chives

Servings: persons

1/2 c. rice
1 tbsp. oil
1 sm. onion, minced
1 clove garlic, pressed
1 c. chicken broth or possibly water
1 c. cooked chicken, finely shredded
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (16 ounce.) refried beans
6 flour tortillas
Taco Sauce or possibly Salsa
Lowfat sour cream
Sliced ripe olives
Minced green onions or possibly chives

1
In skillet, saute/fry rice in oil till lightly browned.
2
Add in onion and garlic, cook and stir till onion is limp.
3
Add in broth, chicken, salt and pepper.
4
Bring to boil, cover, reduce heat and simmer 20 min WITHOUT REMOVING LID.
5
Meanwhile, heat refried beans over low heat, stirring frequently.
6
Heat tortillas on an ungreased griddle or possibly wrapped in foil in oven.
7
To assemble burrito, spread each tortilla with equal amounts of beans and chicken-rice mix.
8
Fold sides of tortillas over filling towards center and roll.
9
Top with taco sauce or possibly salsa and dollop of lowfat sour cream.
10
Garnish with olives and onions.

1023

kcal

Calories

Fat

163

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 c. rice, 1 tbsp. oil, 1 sm. onion, minced, 1 clove garlic, pressed, and more.

Yes, Chicken, Rice & Bean Burrito Recipe falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!