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Chicken Burrito

Cultural Context

The burrito, originating from Mexico, is a beloved dish that showcases the fusion of flavors and ingredients. Traditionally filled with meats, beans, and rice, it reflects the agricultural bounty of the region. In Brazil, the burrito has been embraced and adapted, often featuring local ingredients and flavors, making it a popular choice for quick meals and gatherings. Today, variations abound globally, with each culture adding its unique twist.

MexicanBRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup cheddar cheese
2 avocados
1 cup Campari tomatoes
1 cup cucumber
2 tablespoons burrito Mexican spice mix
1 lb chicken
2 tablespoons rice bran oil
1 cup red capsicum
1 cup yellow capsicum
4 fresh tortillas
2 cups mesculin salad

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: creme de leite

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast is lower in fat and adds a cheesy flavor

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Tofu is a plant-based option, while canned chicken is often less expensive

black beans

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: pinto beans

Lentils are high in protein and cheaper than canned black beans

1

Add rice bran oil to a bowl and mix in the burrito seasoning.

2

Chop the chicken into pieces and add it to the bowl, stirring to coat.

3

Add chopped red and yellow capsicum to the bowl with the chicken.

4

Cook the chicken and capsicum mixture on low to medium heat for at least 15 minutes until softened.

5

Microwave a tortilla for 10 seconds to warm it up.

6

Place some chicken mixture onto the tortilla.

7

Add mesculin salad, sliced tomatoes, cucumber, avocado, cheese, and salsa on top of the chicken.

8

Use a rolling pin to help hold the burrito closed while rolling it up.

9

Taste the burrito and enjoy.

Cooking Techniques

grillingcookingwrapping

Equipment Needed

grillskilletcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Burrito de Frango

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