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Healthy Chicken And Rice Burrito Recipe

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Healthy MakeAhead Burritos Yummy Mummy Kitchen
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Description

This healthy chicken and rice burrito is a perfect meal for anyone looking for a filling and nutritious lunch or dinner. It is packed with healthy ingredients like brown rice, chicken, and vegetables, and it is easy to make. You can customize this recipe to suit your taste by adding your favorite herbs and spices.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is around 10-15 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is around 25-30 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of brown rice
  • 1 lb of chicken breast
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 1 red onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 tsp of cumin
  • 1 tsp of paprika
  • 1 tsp of chili powder
  • 1 tsp of olive oil
  • 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup of sour cream
  • 1/2 cup of salsa
  • 4 large tortillas

Equipment

  • A large pan
  • A pot for cooking rice
  • A cutting board
  • A knife
  • A spoon

Method

  1. Cook the brown rice according to the instructions on the package.
  2. While the rice is cooking, cut the chicken breast, green bell pepper, and red onion into small pieces.
  3. In a large pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  4. Add the garlic, cumin, paprika, and chili powder to the pan and stir for 30 seconds.
  5. Add the chicken breast to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes or until cooked through.
  6. Add the green bell pepper and red onion to the pan and cook for another 5-7 minutes or until tender.
  7. Add the cooked rice to the pan and stir to combine with the chicken and vegetables.
  8. Warm up the tortillas in the microwave or on a pan.
  9. Divide the chicken and rice mixture into four portions and place each portion in the center of a warm tortilla.
  10. Add a spoonful of salsa, shredded cheddar cheese, and sour cream on top of the chicken and rice mixture in each tortilla.
  11. Roll up the tortillas to form burritos and serve.

Notes

  • You can use any type of cheese you like, or omit it altogether if you prefer.
  • You can also use any type of salsa you like, or make your own if you have the time.
  • If you prefer a spicier burrito, you can add some hot sauce or jalapeno peppers to the chicken and rice mixture.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 490
  • Total Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Cholesterol: 103mg
  • Sodium: 660mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 43g
  • Dietary Fiber: 5g
  • Sugars: 5g
  • Protein: 38g

Recipe Tips

  • If you have leftover chicken and rice mixture, you can use it to make a delicious salad the next day.
  • You can also freeze the chicken and rice mixture for later use.
  • Experiment with different herbs and spices to create your own unique flavor.
  • If you are on a low-carb diet, you can use lettuce leaves instead of tortillas to make a chicken and rice lettuce wrap.

Enjoy your healthy chicken and rice burrito!


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