Fiesta Chicken and Bean Burritos Recipe

Name: Fiesta Chicken and Bean Burritos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 10 large flour tortillas; 2 tablespoons oil (corn, olive, vegetable); 1 cup diced onion; 2 -3 cloves garlic; 3 chicken breast halves, cooked and diced (approximately 2 1/2 cups); 1 (15 1/2 ounce) candark red beans, drained; 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can black beans, drained; 1 (4 ounce) can mild green chilies; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) canof peeled and diced tomatoes; 1 ½ cups cooked rice; 1 tablespoon powdered cumin; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 bay leaf; 2 teaspoons oregano; 8 ounces of shredded monterey jack cheese or 8 ounces cheddar cheese (or a mixture of both); 4 ounces black olives, sliced (optional); ½ cup scallion, sliced (optional)

Servings: persons

10 large flour tortillas
2 tablespoons oil (corn, olive, vegetable)
1 cup diced onion
2 -3 cloves garlic
3 chicken breast halves, cooked and diced (approximately 2 1/2 cups)
1 (15 1/2 ounce) candark red beans, drained
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (4 ounce) can mild green chilies
1 (14 1/2 ounce) canof peeled and diced tomatoes
1 ½ cups cooked rice
1 tablespoon powdered cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 bay leaf
2 teaspoons oregano
8 ounces of shredded monterey jack cheese or 8 ounces cheddar cheese (or a mixture of both)
4 ounces black olives, sliced (optional)
½ cup scallion, sliced (optional)

1
Wrap the tortillas in foil and heat in the oven on low heat to make the tortillas pliable.
2
Heat oil in a heavy, deep pot.
3
Add onion, garlic, spices, oregano and bay leaf.
4
Sautee until the onion is translucent taking care not to burn the garlic.
5
Add the chicken, tomatoes, chilies stirring to heat throughout.
6
Add the beans and rice to the chicken mixture, stir to combine and cover.
7
Heat about 5 minutes or until heated thoughout, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
8
Remove from heat.
9
Remove the tortillas from the oven and unwrap.
10
Fill the tortillas by placing about 1/2 of filling in a line down the center top with a sprinkling (about 2 tbs) of cheese leaving an inch or so at the top and bottom.
11
Fold the tortilla at the top and bottom then fold over one side (either left or right) and roll towards the other side.
12
At this point the burritos can be frozen for future use.
13
I wrap them in waxed paper then foil.
14
If not freezing, place in an oblong casserole dish with the seam side down.
15
Top with remaining cheese and optional toppings.
16
Cover with foil and bake at 400oF for about 10 minutes, until cheese is melted.

1766

kcal

Calories

Fat

283

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 10 large flour tortillas, 2 tablespoons oil (corn, olive, vegetable), 1 cup diced onion, 2 -3 cloves garlic, and more.

Yes, Fiesta Chicken and Bean 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.

Fiesta Chicken and Bean Burritos

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