Description
Crispy Chicken, Rice, & Bean Burritos are a flavor-packed delight that combines tender, seasoned chicken with fluffy rice and hearty black beans, all wrapped in warm tortillas and baked until golden. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining friends, these burritos are not only satisfying but also customizable to suit any palate. Enjoy them with your favorite toppings for a meal that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups cooked white or brown rice
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained
- 4 medium flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder. In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before shredding it with two forks.
- To assemble each burrito, layer rice, shredded chicken, black beans, and cheese on a tortilla. Roll tightly.
- Place burritos seam-side down in the baking dish and bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Serve hot with your favorite salsa or guacamole.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg