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Best Chicken Burrito Recipe: Cilantro Lime Rice & Salsa

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This Chicken Burrito with Cilantro Lime Rice and Salsa is a vibrant, flavor-packed meal that will elevate your dinner experience. Enjoy tender chicken, zesty rice, and fresh salsa all wrapped in a warm tortilla.

Ingredients

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  • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice (Basmati or Jasmine)
  • 2 cups water or chicken broth
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup freshly chopped cilantro
  • Juice of one lime (about 2 tablespoons)
  • Canned black beans, rinsed and drained
  • Frozen corn kernels (thawed)
  • Shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese
  • Sour cream
  • Guacamole or sliced avocado
  • 3–4 ripe Roma tomatoes
  • ¼ of a red onion
  • 1 jalapeño pepper
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • Pinch of black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken Filling: Pat the chicken dry and season with chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
  3. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest. Shred or finely dice the chicken.
  4. In the same skillet, add chicken broth and tomato paste, simmering until slightly thickened. Return the shredded chicken to the skillet and toss to coat.
  5. Make the Cilantro Lime Rice: Rinse the rice under cold water until clear. Combine with water or chicken broth and salt in a medium saucepan.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15-18 minutes until water is absorbed.
  7. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the rice and stir in cilantro and lime juice.
  8. Prepare the Fresh Salsa: Finely dice Roma tomatoes, red onion, and jalapeño. Combine in a small bowl.
  9. Add chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper to the diced ingredients. Mix gently and let sit for flavors to meld.
  10. Assemble the Burritos: Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave. Spoon cilantro lime rice down the center of each tortilla.
  11. Add shredded chicken, black beans, corn, and cheese. Top with salsa, sour cream, and guacamole.
  12. Roll the burrito by folding in the sides and then rolling from the bottom up tightly. Serve immediately.

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Keywords: For a spicier salsa, add more jalapeño. Feel free to customize with additional ingredients like sautéed bell peppers or refried beans.

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