Chicken And Black Bean Burrito Recipe
Are you tired of making the same old recipes for dinner every night? Why not spice things up with a delicious chicken and black bean burrito! This recipe is not only easy to make, but it's also packed with protein and is perfect for those on a budget.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you'll need the following ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make the perfect chicken and black bean burrito:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken strips with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, and then add them to the skillet.
- Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes or until it's browned on all sides.
- Add the diced onion and bell peppers to the skillet, and continue to cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the veggies are soft and tender.
- Add the black beans to the skillet and stir everything together until the beans are heated through.
- Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave or oven for a few seconds until they're soft and pliable.
- Spoon the chicken and black bean mixture onto the center of each tortilla.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and cilantro on top of the filling.
- Squeeze a lime wedge over the top of each burrito.
- Roll the tortillas up tightly, tucking in the ends as you go.
- Enjoy your delicious chicken and black bean burritos!
This recipe makes 8 burritos, so it's perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd. You can also customize this recipe by adding your favorite toppings, such as avocado, salsa, or sour cream.
Conclusion
Chicken and black bean burritos are a delicious and easy dinner option that everyone will love. This recipe is perfect for those on a budget or for anyone who wants to try something new. So why not give it a try and see for yourself how delicious it can be!
