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High Protein Burritos


  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4-6 burritos
  • Diet: High Protein

Description

A reliable, satisfying, and quick burrito recipe that combines pulled rotisserie chicken, fajita veggies, and creamy green chile cheese sauce, making it perfect for family dinners and meal prep.


Ingredients

  • Pulled rotisserie chicken
  • Fajita veggies (bell peppers and onions)
  • Black beans
  • Corn
  • Green chile cheese sauce
  • Tortillas (soft or whole wheat)
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Cumin

Instructions

  1. Heat your skillet over medium heat until warm. Add olive oil if the pan is dry.
  2. Add pulled rotisserie chicken and fajita veggies; sauté for about 5 minutes until softened and slightly browned.
  3. Stir in black beans and corn, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until heated through.
  4. Pour in green chile cheese sauce and stir until well mixed and heated.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, and cumin to taste.
  6. Spoon the filling onto warmed tortillas, fold in sides and roll tightly into burritos.
  7. If desired, place burritos seam-side down in the skillet for 30-60 seconds to seal.
  8. Serve warm, garnished with extra green chile cheese sauce or a squeeze of lime.

Notes

Add avocado slices or different proteins for variations. For meal prep, cool burritos completely before storing in airtight containers.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito
  • Calories: 500
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: burritos, high protein, meal prep, family-friendly, quick dinner