Description
Dive into a flavor explosion with these Chicken Avocado Burritos! Tender, seasoned chicken enveloped in a warm tortilla, complemented by creamy avocado and zesty salsa, creates the perfect balance of textures. Ideal for any gathering, this quick and easy recipe will turn your weeknight dinners into a culinary celebration that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 ripe avocados
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup fresh salsa
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 tsp cumin
- 2 tsp paprika
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
- In a bowl, mash avocados until creamy but chunky. Mix in lime juice and chopped cilantro.
- Lay a tortilla flat; add shredded chicken, mashed avocado, and salsa in the center.
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla and roll tightly from top to bottom to secure all ingredients inside.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute chicken with turkey or black beans for extra protein. To spice things up, add jalapeños or use a spicy salsa.