Description
Craving something satisfying? π― Try this Chicken Avocado Burrito β juicy seasoned chicken, creamy avocado π₯, melty cheese π§ and fresh salsa π wrapped in a warm tortilla. Perfect for a quick dinner that really hits the spot!
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Ingredients
β 300g chicken breast, sliced π
β 2 large flour tortillas π―
β 1 ripe avocado, sliced π₯
β 1 cup cooked rice π
β 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed π«
β 100g shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack π§
β 1/3 cup fresh salsa or pico de gallo π
β 1 lime, juiced π
β Small handful fresh cilantro, chopped πΏ
β 1/4 red onion, finely chopped π§
β 1 garlic clove, minced π§
β 1 tbsp olive oil π«
β 1 tsp ground cumin πΆοΈ
β 1/2 tsp smoked paprika π₯
β Salt and black pepper to taste π§
β 2 tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt π₯£
Instructions
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1 Marinate the chicken: in a bowl combine sliced chicken, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt and pepper. Let sit 10 minutes.
2 Cook the chicken: heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken 5β7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
3 Warm the beans and rice: briefly heat cooked rice and black beans together in a small pan or microwave until hot; season with a pinch of salt.
4 Prepare avocado and salsa: mash half the avocado with lime juice and a pinch of salt for a spread; slice the other half for topping. Chop cilantro and onion and have salsa ready.
5 Warm the tortillas: heat tortillas in a dry skillet 30β45 seconds per side or wrap in foil and warm in a 180Β°C oven for 5 minutes so theyβre pliable.
6 Assemble the burrito: lay a warm tortilla flat, spread a layer of mashed avocado, add a quarter of the rice, black beans, cooked chicken, shredded cheese, chopped onion, cilantro and a spoonful of salsa.
7 Add finishing touches: dollop sour cream on top and add sliced avocado. Squeeze a little extra lime if desired.
8 Fold and toast: fold the sides over and roll into a burrito. Optional: toast the burrito seam-side down in a skillet 1β2 minutes per side to seal and get a light crust.
9 Serve: slice in half and serve immediately with extra salsa, lime wedges and cilantro on the side. Enjoy!