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HOW TO MAKE EASY CHICKEN BURRITOS! | USING UP LEFTOVER CHICKEN | Crystal Evans

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Mexican Burritos with Chipotle, Cheese, Tomatoes and Chicken

Cultural Context

Burritos are a staple of Mexican cuisine, originating from the northern regions of Mexico. They are versatile and can be filled with a variety of ingredients, making them popular for both casual meals and festive occasions. The combination of chipotle, cheese, and chicken reflects traditional flavors that are beloved in Mexican cooking.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
cooking spray
half of a small white onion
1 large serrano pepper
3 small roma tomatoes
shredded leftover chicken
salt
pepper
water
flour tortillas

flour tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Whole wheat tortillas offer more fiber, while corn tortillas are often cheaper.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more budget-friendly.

1

Spray a pan with cooking spray.

2

Chop half of a small white onion and 3 small roma tomatoes, and add them to the pan.

3

Add 1 large serrano pepper to the pan.

4

Cook the mixture on medium heat for about 10 minutes until the onions soften and the tomatoes cook down.

5

Add the shredded leftover chicken to the pan.

6

Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of Knorr seasoning, adjusting to taste.

7

Add a few drops of water to the mixture to help it cook.

8

Warm up some flour tortillas in preparation for rolling the burritos.

9

Spoon the chicken mixture onto the tortillas and roll them up tightly.

Cooking Techniques

grilledwrapped

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

BurritosBurrito de Pollo
Local Name: burritos de chipotle, queso, tomate y pollo

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