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Chicken Rice and Cheese Burrito
While there are a lot of different possibilities when it comes to burrito fillings, there are two ingredients in particular which stand out as classic favorites with people everywhere. Chicken and rice are these two ingredients, which are every bit as popular in a burrito as are refried beans or cheese.
This spicy chicken burrito recipe combines the aforementioned chicken with tender rice, cilantro, red bell peppers and of course, a little potent jalapeno pepper for the spicy kick that makes this burrito a favorite with just about everyone.
This chicken recipe includes cheese, but if you choose to omit this ingredient, the end result will be just as good. The cheese tends to counter a little of the heat of the jalapenos, but it's entirely up to your personal taste here.
Savory Chicken Burrito with Rice
Ingredients -
4 large (burrito-size) tortillas
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
½ cup green onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup cooked long grain rice (white or brown)
1-2 jalapeno peppers, diced (adjust to taste)
2 tsp cilantro, chopped finely
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (optional)
2 tsp olive or canola oil for sautéing
Salsa and lime wedges, to taste
Preparation:
Like all burritos, this is a fairly simple recipe, though you will want to allow a little extra time to cook the rice - though instant rice will do if you are genuinely pressed for time.
Start by heating the olive or canola oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and add the red bell pepper, garlic, half of the green onion, half of the cilantro and half of the jalapeno. Sauté for 2 minutes, stirring periodically and add the chicken and rice, cooking until heated through.
Once the chicken mixture is heated through, it is time to start toasting your tortillas. If you are using a gas stove, you can do this right over the flame; however, you can also heat them on a skillet or for a few seconds in the microwave. Fill each tortilla with ¼ of the chicken mixture and top with green onion, cilantro, jalapeno, cheese (if using) and salsa to taste. Fold up each burrito as you go and serve at once.
(Serves 4)
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As long as you happen to have some cooked chicken on hand (and this chicken burrito recipe is a great way to use up any leftover chicken you may have sitting around in your fridge, by the way), this is a terrific quick recipe which is certain to be a hit with everyone at your table. Easy, just spicy, and savory enough to satisfy any palate, this is a chicken and rice burrito, which you will find yourself returning to time and time again. Burritos are a dish which have become incredibly popular on both sides of the Rio Grande (as well as many other places around the world) and when you throw in the ever popular chicken and rice, you have a truly winning combination that's perfect for lunch, dinner or any other time that burrito craving may strike.
