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CHEESY GROUND CHICKEN & RICE BURRITOS

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
These flavorful burritos combine seasoned ground chicken, rice, beans, and cheese for a satisfying meal. Perfect for a quick dinner or lunch, they can be customized with your favorite toppings.

Ingredients

Meat and grains

  • 1 lb ground chicken
  • 2 cups cooked rice

Vegetables and beans

  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade mix)
  • 1 cup salsa
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained & rinsed
  • 1 cup corn

Cheese

  • 2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese

Tortillas

  • 6–8 large flour tortillas

Optional Toppings

  • to taste Sour cream, guacamole, shredded lettuce, hot sauce

Instructions 

  • Heat oil in a skillet. Cook onion and garlic until fragrant, then add ground chicken. Cook until browned.
  • Stir in taco seasoning, salsa, beans, and corn. Simmer 3–4 minutes.
  • Add cooked rice and mix well. Remove from heat.
  • Warm tortillas, then fill each with chicken mixture and cheese. Roll into burritos.
  • Optional: toast in a skillet or bake at 400°F for 10 minutes for a crispy outside.
  • Serve with toppings like sour cream or guacamole.

Notes

For extra flavor, add chopped cilantro or a squeeze of lime.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: burritos, Chicken