Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need to whip up these delicious burritos. Feel free to get creative with substitutions if needed!
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup cooked rice (white or brown)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 8 large flour tortillas
- Optional toppings: sour cream, avocado slices, chopped cilantro
Instructions
Let’s bring these burritos to life with some simple steps. Cooking is all about enjoying the process, so don’t stress about perfection!
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the ground chicken to the skillet, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
- Stir in the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Let the spices infuse the chicken for another 2 minutes.
- Add the cooked rice and salsa to the skillet, mixing everything well. Cook for an additional 3-5 minutes to heat through.
- Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the shredded cheese, allowing it to melt into the mixture.
- Warm the tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave to make them more pliable.
- Lay each tortilla flat and spoon a generous amount of the chicken and rice filling into the center. Fold in the sides, then roll up tightly from the bottom.
- Serve the burritos with optional toppings like sour cream, avocado slices, and chopped cilantro for that extra touch of freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International