Chipotle Chicken Burrito and Burrito Bowl

Indulge in the rich, vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine with our Chipotle Chicken Burrito and Burrito Bowl recipe. This dish combines tender chicken smothered in a smoky chipotle marinade, hearty black beans, and refreshing cilantro lime rice, creating a meal that's both flavorful and satisfying. Perfect for gatherings, lunch, or a hearty dinner, these burritos and bowls are adaptable to suit your taste.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:
🐔 4 chicken breasts, diced
🌶️ 4oz chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
🧄 3 cloves of garlic, minced
🌿 1/3 cup chopped cilantro
🍋 Juice of 1 lime
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
🌶️ 1 teaspoon paprika
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🌿 1 teaspoon cumin
⚫ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🫒 3 tablespoons olive oil

For the Black Beans:
🥫 2 cans black beans (15.5oz each)
🍅 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (10oz)
🌿 1/4 teaspoon cumin
🍗 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder

For the Cilantro Lime Rice:
🍚 2 cups rice (cooked according to package instructions)
🌿 1 cup chopped cilantro
🍋 Juice of 2-3 limes

For the Guacamole:
🥑 3 avocados
🍋 Juice of 1 lime
🌶️ 1 tablespoon chopped jalapeño
🧅 1 tablespoon chopped red onion
🍅 2 tablespoons chopped tomatoes
🌿 1 tablespoon cilantro
🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Pico de Gallo:
🍅 3 small tomatoes
🧅 1/2 small red onion
🌶️ 1 jalapeño, seeds removed
🌿 1/4 cup cilantro
🍋 Juice of 1 lime
🧂 1/2 teaspoon salt

Additional Ingredients:
🌯 Large tortillas
🧀 Queso
🧀 Shredded Cheese (Pepper Jack recommended)
🧴 Cooking spray for toasting the burritos

Instructions

1- Marinate and Cook the Chicken:

• Dice chicken breasts into small pieces and place them in a bowl.
• Add chipotle peppers, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, paprika, garlic powder, cumin, black pepper, and olive oil.
• Mix well and marinate for a couple of hours or cook immediately.
• In a pan, cook the chicken on high heat for about 15 minutes or until fully cooked.

2- Prepare the Black Beans:

• In a pot, combine the black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, cumin, and chicken bouillon powder.
• Bring the mixture to a boil on medium heat for about 15 minutes.

3- Make the Cilantro Lime Rice:

• Cook 2 cups of rice as per package instructions.
• Once cooked, stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.

4- Prepare the Guacamole:

• In a bowl, mash the avocados.
• Mix in lime juice, chopped jalapeño, red onion, tomatoes, cilantro, and salt.

5- Assemble Pico de Gallo:

• Mix together tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in a bowl.

6- Assemble the Burrito:

• Spread queso on a large tortilla, followed by shredded cheese, cilantro lime rice, chicken, black beans, pico de gallo, and guacamole.
• Add more shredded cheese, then fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll it up burrito-style. Avoid overfilling.
• Place seam-side down in a greased skillet and toast on all sides until golden brown.

7- For the Burrito Bowl:

• Begin with a bed of cilantro lime rice, then top with chicken, black beans, pico de gallo, and guacamole.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 4-6
Calories: Approximately 650 per serving
Proteins: 45g per serving
Fats: 20g per serving
Carbohydrates: 70g per serving
Equipment: Pan, Pot, Skillet, Mixing Bowls

Cooking Tips:

• For added spice, leave the jalapeño seeds in the pico de gallo or add sliced jalapeños.

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