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Mexican Chicken Burritos

Cultural Context

Burritos originated in Mexico and have become a staple in Tex-Mex cuisine. Traditionally, they consist of a flour tortilla filled with various ingredients, often including meats, beans, and vegetables. In Mexican culture, burritos are often enjoyed as a quick meal or snack, showcasing the country's rich culinary diversity. Today, they are popular worldwide, with numerous variations reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

MexicanMXmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
4 large flour tortillas
1 lb chicken breast
1 can (15 oz) black beans
1 cup rice
1 cup bell peppers, diced
1 medium onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1 lime, cut into wedges
1 avocado, sliced

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

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

flour tortillas

🥗Healthier: whole wheat tortillas

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Whole wheat adds fiber; corn tortillas are often less expensive.

avocado

🥗Healthier: mashed avocado

💰Cheaper: guacamole

Mashed avocado is a simpler, cost-effective alternative.

1

Soak black beans overnight, then wash and pressure cook for 4-5 whistles until soft.

2

Drain the water from the black beans and set aside.

3

Cook fresh rice and set aside.

4

Chop fresh tomatoes and bell peppers.

5

Marinate chopped chicken pieces with turmeric, coriander, red chili, cumin, pepper, salt, oregano, and a little water.

6

Shallow fry the marinated chicken in a little oil until cooked.

7

In the same oil, sauté chopped bell peppers, sano peppers, corn, and cooked black beans for a few minutes.

8

Prepare salsa by lightly frying tomatillos, garlic, Mexican red chilies, shallots, sano peppers, and cilantro until roasted, then blend until smooth.

9

Make pico de gallo by mixing chopped tomatoes, red onions, sano peppers, garlic, cilantro, cumin, salt, and lime juice in a bowl.

10

Prepare guacamole by mashing fresh avocados and mixing with a paste made from sano peppers, garlic, cumin, and cilantro, then add chopped tomatoes, onion, salt, and lime juice.

Cooking Techniques

marinatinggrillingsautéing

Equipment Needed

grillskilletpotcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

milkwheat

Also Known As

Burritos de PolloChicken Burritos
Local Name: Burritos de pollo

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