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Quick Grilled Chicken Burritos

Handheld wraps filled with grilled seasoned chicken, rice, black beans, salsa, and melted cheese, ready in under 30 minutes.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 burritos 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 Chicken breasts, boneless, skinless
  • 1 Olive oil, tablespoon
  • 1 Cumin, teaspoon
  • 1 Paprika, teaspoon
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 Flour tortillas, 8 or 10-inch
  • 1 Cooked rice, cup
  • 1 Black beans, cup, rinsed canned or freshly cooked
  • 1 Shredded cheese, cup
  • 1 Salsa or pico de gallo, cup
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Toss the chicken breasts with olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked.
  4. Remove the chicken from the grill and let rest before slicing.
  5. Slice the rested chicken into thin strips.
  6. Layer rice, black beans, sliced chicken, cheese, and salsa on each tortilla.
  7. Roll up each tortilla tightly to form a burrito.
  8. Grill the burritos for another 2-3 minutes to lightly toast.
  9. Serve warm, garnished with cilantro if desired.

Notes

Use a thermometer to confirm chicken reaches 165°F for safe consumption.

  • Author: jayne
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Grilling
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex
  • Diet: None

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 34g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: burritos, grilled chicken, weeknight meals