Quick Easy Chicken Burritos
Savor warm burritos filled with seasoned chicken, rice, beans, and melty cheese, perfect for a fast lunch or easy weeknight dinner with customizable toppings.
Equipment
- 1 bowl for seasoning chicken
- 1 skillet optional for warming and crisping
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked chicken shredded or diced
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 can 14 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar, Monterey Jack, or blend
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 4-6 large flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: salsa sour cream, avocado or guacamole, chopped cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- Combine cooked chicken, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl; mix until evenly coated.
- Warm the seasoned chicken, cooked rice, and black beans in a skillet or microwave until heated through, if desired.
- Lay a flour tortilla flat and add rice, seasoned chicken, black beans, and shredded cheese.
- Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling and roll tightly to enclose.
- Optional: place burritos seam-side down in a skillet over medium heat and cook 1–2 minutes per side until golden and crispy.
- Serve the burritos warm with your choice of toppings like salsa, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, or lime wedges.
Notes
- Boost protein by adding scrambled eggs for breakfast burritos.
- Add bell peppers, corn, or sautéed onions for extra flavor.
- Mix cheeses for better melt and richness.
- Serve with tortilla chips and pico de gallo for a complete meal.