Chicken and Bean Burritos

Health score
11%
Chicken and Bean Burritos
45 min.
4
313kcal

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If you're looking to spice up your lunch or dinner routine, these Chicken and Bean Burritos are sure to do the trick! Bursting with flavor and packed with wholesome ingredients, this scrumptious meal is not only delicious but also quick to prepare, making it perfect for busy weeknights. In just 45 minutes, you can create a satisfying dish that serves four and offers a delightful balance of protein, fiber, and taste.

Imagine tender pieces of chicken breast seasoned with a robust blend of chili powder and cumin, sautéed to perfection and combined with creamy black beans and fresh garlic. All of this is wrapped snugly in a warm flour tortilla, topped with a sprinkle of Monterey Jack cheese for that perfect melt. Whether you're enjoying these burritos for lunch, as a main course for dinner, or even at a casual weekend gathering, they'll surely impress your family and friends alike.

Don’t forget the finishing touches! A dollop of reduced-fat sour cream and a generous helping of pico de gallo add freshness and zest to your meal, turning each bite into a fiesta of flavors. With a caloric breakdown that demonstrates a wonderful balance between protein, fat, and carbs, these Chicken and Bean Burritos are not just a treat for the taste buds but also a smart choice for your health. Let’s get cooking!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup black beans canned rinsed drained
  • 0.1 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoons canola oil 
  • 0.8 pound chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1.5 teaspoons chili powder 
  • 10-inch flour tortilla ()
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • 0.3 cup cream sour reduced-fat
  • 0.3 cup monterrey jack cheese 
  • 0.5 cup onion 
  • 0.5 cup pico de gallo 
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Combine first 6 ingredients in a bowl; toss well.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add oil; swirl to coat.
  4. Add chicken mixture; cook 8 minutes or until chicken is done, stirring occasionally.
  5. Add beans and garlic; cook 2 minutes or until heated, stirring frequently. Divide chicken mixture evenly among tortillas. Top each burrito with 2 tablespoons cheese.
  6. Roll up each burrito jelly-roll fashion.
  7. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Coat both sides of burritos evenly with cooking spray.
  8. Place burritos in pan; cook 2 minutes on each side or until browned.
  9. Cut burritos in half. Top with pico de gallo and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts

Calories313kcal
Protein31.9%
Fat31.49%
Carbs36.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
38.75
Glycemic Load
5.97
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
15.966956511788%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
4.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:312.7kcal
15.63%
Fat:10.91g
16.79%
Saturated Fat:4g
24.98%
Carbohydrates:28.55g
9.52%
Net Carbohydrates:25.18g
9.16%
Sugar:4.94g
5.49%
Cholesterol:65.75mg
21.92%
Sodium:778.78mg
33.86%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:24.88g
49.75%
Vitamin B3:10.7mg
53.48%
Selenium:37.15µg
53.06%
Vitamin B6:0.73mg
36.41%
Phosphorus:326.03mg
32.6%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.77%
Vitamin B2:0.27mg
15.8%
Manganese:0.3mg
15.21%
Calcium:146.91mg
14.69%
Potassium:512.99mg
14.66%
Folate:56.34µg
14.08%
Vitamin B5:1.36mg
13.6%
Fiber:3.37g
13.47%
Iron:2.41mg
13.4%
Magnesium:45.01mg
11.25%
Vitamin A:487.22IU
9.74%
Zinc:1.17mg
7.78%
Copper:0.13mg
6.29%
Vitamin C:5.08mg
6.16%
Vitamin E:0.87mg
5.82%
Vitamin K:5.37µg
5.11%
Vitamin B12:0.29µg
4.82%
Vitamin D:0.16µg
1.04%
Source:My Recipes