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Ground Chicken and Rice Burritos

30-Minute Ground Chicken and Rice Burritos That Wow Every Time

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A simple and flavorful recipe for ground chicken and rice burritos. These burritos are packed with seasoned ground chicken, rice, and melted cheese, perfect for a quick meal.

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

Ingredients

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  • 1 tbsp. Avocado Oil or Olive Oil
  • 8 oz. Ground Chicken
  • 1/2 cup chopped Red Bell Pepper
  • 1/3 cup chopped White Onion
  • 1 tbsp. finely chopped Jalapeño Pepper (optional)
  • 1 tsp. Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp. Chili Powder
  • 1/2 tsp. Kosher Salt or 1/4 tsp. Sea Salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 tsp. Ground Cumin
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice
  • 1/4 cup Salsa Verde or your favorite salsa
  • 1 tbsp. Chipotle Sauce
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
  • 4 Extra Large Flour Tortillas (burrito-sized)

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tbsp. Avocado Oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add ground chicken, red bell pepper, white onion, and jalapeño. Cook for 7-8 minutes until chicken is done and vegetables soften.
  2. Stir in garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and cumin. Cook for 1-2 minutes to enhance flavors.
  3. Add cooked rice, salsa verde, and chipotle sauce. Mix well and adjust seasoning if needed.
  4. Place a tortilla on a flat surface. Add 1/4 cup shredded cheese, 1/2 cup filling, and another 1/4 cup cheese. Fold the sides and roll into a burrito.
  5. Toast the burrito in a pan over medium heat, seam side down first, until golden.
  6. Serve with sour cream, salsa, or guacamole.

Notes

  • Use any salsa or cheese you prefer.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat in a skillet or microwave before serving.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg