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Name: California-Style Chicken Burrito
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large flour tortillas; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1/2 tsp chili powder; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 1 cup cooked pinto beans, drained and rinsed; 1 cup cooked white rice (or Mexican rice); 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese; 1 cup pico de gallo (store-bought or homemade); 1 ripe avocado, sliced; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 lime, cut into wedges

California-Style Chicken Burrito

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This California-inspired chicken burrito wraps up the best of Mexican flavors in a pillowy flour tortilla. Juicy spiced chicken, creamy beans, fluffy rice, melty cheese, and zesty pico de gallo are layered for maximum satisfaction. The addition of avocado and a dollop of sour cream brings creamy richness and a fresh finish. Easy to assemble and great for casual dinners, these burritos are perfect for sharing or meal prepping for the week. Each bite is a celebration of classic and contemporary Mexican-American comfort.

Ingredients

Instructions

In a medium bowl, toss the chicken pieces with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat.
Warm the flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave until pliable.
Lay out each tortilla. In the center of each, layer 1/4 cup rice, 1/4 cup beans, a quarter of the chicken, 1/4 cup shredded cheese, 1/4 cup pico de gallo, a few avocado slices, and a tablespoon of sour cream. Sprinkle with cilantro.
Fold in the sides and roll up tightly from the bottom to form a burrito.
Optional: Place the burritos seam side down in a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes to crisp the outside.
Serve with lime wedges for squeezing and enjoy warm.