Chipotle Chicken Burritos Recipe

Name: Chipotle Chicken Burritos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; ¾ cup pico de gallo or ¾ cup fresh salsa, dvided; 1 chipotle chile, chopped plus 1-2 T adobo sauce; 1 (14 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained; 1 ½ cups cooked chicken; ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped; 4 flour tortillas; 1 ⅓ cups cooked rice, warmed; 1 13 monterey jack cheese, shredded; 1 ⅓ cups lettuce, shredded

Servings: persons

1
Heat the oil in a medium pot over med-high heat.
2
Add 1/2 c salsa, the chipotle and adobo sauce; cook til the mixture starts to sizzle, about 2 minute Add the beans and 3/4 c water; bring to a low boil then stir in the chicken.
3
Cook til slightly thickened, about 2 minute Stir in cilantro and season with salt.
4
Heat the tortillas as label directs.
5
Arrange the rice horizontally in the lower half of each tortilla, leaving a 1 1/2 inch border on all the sides.
6
Top evenly with the cheese, chicken mixture, lettuce and remaining pico de gallo.
7
Fold the bottom edge of each tortilla snugly over the filling, tuck in the sides and roll up tightly.
8
Cut in half and serve with guacamole if desired.

905

kcal

Calories

Fat

132

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.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon vegetable oil, ¾ cup pico de gallo or ¾ cup fresh salsa, dvided, 1 chipotle chile, chopped plus 1-2 T adobo sauce, 1 (14 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained, and more.

Yes, Chipotle Chicken Burritos 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!

Chipotle Chicken Burritos

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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