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Cheesy Ground Chicken and Rice Burritos Recipe

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These Cheesy Ground Chicken and Rice Burritos are a delicious and satisfying meal made with seasoned ground chicken, fresh vegetables, cooked rice, and a blend of cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses, all wrapped in soft flour tortillas and toasted to perfection. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, these burritos bring together bold flavors with a cheesy, comforting texture.

Ingredients

Protein and Vegetables

  • 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)

Seasonings and Sauces

  • 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
  • 1/4 cup Salsa Verde or your favorite salsa
  • 1 tbsp. Chipotle Sauce

Other Ingredients

  • 1 cup Cooked Rice (white or brown)
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese
  • 4 Extra Large Flour Tortillas (burrito-sized)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Ground Chicken and Vegetables: Heat 1 tbsp. avocado or olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add 8 oz. ground chicken, 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper, 1/3 cup chopped white onion, and 1 tbsp. finely chopped jalapeño pepper (if using). Add a pinch of salt. Cook for 7-8 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are softened, breaking the chicken into small pieces as it cooks to evenly mix with the veggies.
  2. Add Seasonings: Stir in 1 tsp. garlic powder, 1 tsp. chili powder, 1/2 tsp. kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp. ground cumin. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the seasonings and enhance their flavors.
  3. Add Filling and Flavor: Add 1 cup cooked rice, 1/4 cup salsa verde, and 1 tbsp. chipotle sauce to the skillet. Stir everything to combine evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt if needed. Remove the skillet from heat.
  4. Build and Toast the Burritos: Lay one extra large flour tortilla on a flat surface. Spread 1/4 cup shredded cheese down the center, then top with a heaping 1/2 cup of the chicken and rice filling. Sprinkle another 1/4 cup shredded cheese on top. Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll it up tightly into a burrito. Place the burrito seam side down in a nonstick pan over medium heat and toast it, turning to toast all sides, until golden brown and the cheese inside is melted.
  5. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the warm burritos on their own or with dips such as sour cream, salsa, or guacamole. They also pair well with creamy refried beans or your favorite chips and salsa.

Notes

  • Ground chicken can be substituted with ground turkey or lean ground beef.
  • Use any bell pepper variety you prefer in place of red bell pepper (green, yellow, or orange).
  • Both white and brown cooked rice work well in this recipe.
  • Salsa verde can be swapped with your favorite red salsa or some chopped green chiles.
  • Chipotle sauce is the sauce from chipotles in adobo; if you only have chipotles in adobo, mince them finely before using.
  • Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese can be replaced with other cheeses like Pepper Jack, Colby Jack, or a Mexican cheese blend.
  • For a milder version, omit the jalapeño and chipotle sauce and use a mild salsa instead.

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