Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of homemade chicken burritos, where tender chicken meets vibrant bell peppers and spices, all wrapped in a soft tortilla. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in, these burritos are not just a meal but a celebration of flavor and togetherness. Customize them with your favorite toppings for a personalized touch that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 large flour tortillas (or corn for gluten-free)
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- Salsa and sour cream for serving
Instructions
- Dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces for even cooking.
- In a large skillet, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat. Sauté the onions and garlic until translucent (about 2-3 minutes).
- Add the diced chicken along with cumin and chili powder. Cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in the sliced bell peppers and sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Lay out tortillas and fill each with the chicken mixture and shredded cheese. Roll tightly to enclose.
- In a non-stick skillet, sear rolled burritos seam-side down over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes per side until crispy and golden.
- Serve hot with salsa and sour cream on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito (210g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg