Description
These Chicken and Avocado Burritos are a tasty and satisfying meal that combines tender shredded chicken, creamy avocado, gooey cheese, and flavorful seasonings, all wrapped in a warm tortilla and grilled to perfection.
Ingredients
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For the filling:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 large avocado, diced
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
For assembly:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Cooking spray or a small amount of oil for grilling
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced avocado, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir gently until well mixed.
- Assemble the burritos: Lay out the tortillas and divide the mixture among them. Roll each tortilla tightly.
- Grill the burritos: Heat a skillet, place burritos seam-side down, and cook until golden and crisp on both sides.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with salsa, guacamole, or extra sour cream.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for a quick prep option.
- Add cooked rice or black beans to stretch the filling.
- To make ahead, assemble the burritos and refrigerate; grill just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
