Chicken Burrito

These chicken burritos are loaded with tender seasoned chicken, creamy refried beans, sweet corn, melty cheese, and your choice of rice. The filling stays juicy and holds together perfectly, making each bite satisfying without any mess. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep!

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine all seasoning ingredients in a small bowl. Drizzle 1 tbsp of olive oil over the chicken, then sprinkle seasoning evenly and toss to coat.

2. 2

   Heat remaining 1 tbsp oil in a skillet over high heat. Cook chicken for 2 minutes on one side, then 1.5 minutes on the other. Remove and rest for 2 minutes, then chop into bite-sized pieces.

3. 3

   In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic for 1 minute. Add capsicum and cook until onion becomes translucent, about 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Add refried beans, chopped chicken, and water to the skillet. Stir and cook for 2 minutes until slightly thickened. Allow filling to cool for 5 minutes to reach ideal consistency.

5. 5

   Warm tortillas gently in the microwave to make them pliable. Lay each tortilla flat, layer rice on the lower third, then top with chicken filling, corn, cheese, and sprinkle coriander.

6. 6

   Fold tortillas burrito-style. For a crispy finish, either pan-fry each side for 2 minutes without oil or wrap in foil and bake in oven at 180°C / 350°F for 10 minutes.

7. 7

   Serve with chosen sauces like avocado sauce, sour cream, or smooth salsa. Hot sauce can be added for extra kick.

Recipe Notes

• Chicken – Splitting breasts horizontally creates thin pieces that absorb more seasoning and cook quickly for juicy results.

• Refried beans – This ingredient keeps the filling moist and cohesive. If preferred, you can use mashed cooked beans with a splash of liquid and spices for similar effect.

• Rice – Choose plain or Mexican Red Rice; both provide a solid base. One cup of uncooked rice yields roughly 2.5 cups cooked.

• Storage – Wrap burritos in foil or cling wrap. Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze. Reheat wrapped in foil in the oven for 15 minutes at 180°C / 350°F. Frozen burritos can be thawed overnight or heated directly in oven for 40 minutes.

• Cheese & toppings – Use any meltable cheese blend. Fresh coriander adds aroma and colour, while sauces like sour cream, salsa, or avocado enhance flavour.