Jerk Chicken Burritos Recipe

Name: Jerk Chicken Burritos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup spiced Caribbean jerk flavored 30-minute marinade (such as KC Masterpiece), divided; 5 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves; Cooking spray; 8 (8-inch) low-fat flour tortillas; 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1/2 cup (2 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese; 1/2 cup bottled chunky salsa

Servings: persons

1
Combine 1/2 cup marinade, 1/4 cup lime juice, pepper, and garlic in a large zip-top freezer bag. Add chicken to bag; seal. Marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes to 1 hour, turning occasionally.
2
Prepare grill.
3
Remove chicken from marinade, discarding marinade. Coat chicken with cooking spray, and place on grill rack; grill 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until done.
4
Shred chicken with 2 forks, and place in a bowl. Combine remaining 1/4 cup marinade and remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice; add to shredded chicken, tossing to coat.
5
Spoon 1/3 cup chicken mixture evenly down center of each tortilla; top each evenly with black beans, cheese, and salsa. Fold in ends, and roll up tortillas. Place on a serving plate, seam sides down.

1100

kcal

Calories

Fat

185

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: 3/4 cup spiced Caribbean jerk flavored 30-minute marinade (such as KC Masterpiece), divided, 5 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 3 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Jerk 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!

Jerk Chicken Burritos

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Variations & substitutions

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