Description
Succulent Taco Bell chicken burrito reveals classic Mexican-American fast food flavors in a homemade version. Quick and easy preparation lets home cooks recreate this popular restaurant favorite with simple ingredients and minimal cooking skills.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup cooked Mexican rice
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Sauces and Garnishes:
- 1/4 cup creamy chipotle sauce
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Gently heat tortillas until pliable, using a skillet over medium heat or microwave for 15-20 seconds.
- Create a creamy base by spreading a smooth layer of sour cream and chipotle sauce across the center of each tortilla.
- Layer seasoned shredded chicken evenly along the tortilla’s center, ensuring consistent distribution.
- Sprinkle Mexican rice directly over the chicken, maintaining a balanced mixture of protein and grain.
- Generously add shredded cheese to provide a melty, rich texture to the burrito’s interior.
- Optional: Enhance flavor profile by garnishing with finely chopped fresh onions or fragrant cilantro.
- Carefully fold the tortilla’s side edges inward, creating a secure envelope around the fillings.
- Roll the tortilla tightly from bottom to top, ensuring a compact and sealed burrito.
- Place the prepared burrito in a preheated skillet over medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes per side.
- Cook until the exterior develops a golden-brown, crispy texture and the cheese melts internally.
- Transfer to a serving plate and enjoy immediately while the burrito remains warm and crisp.
Notes
- Gently warm tortillas to prevent cracking and improve flexibility for easier rolling.
- Mix sour cream and chipotle sauce beforehand to create a more consistent, flavorful spread.
- Use leftover rotisserie chicken for a quicker and more tender filling option.
- Opt for low-fat cheese and Greek yogurt as healthier alternatives without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 408 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg