- Why does the tortilla crack?
- It was cold. Always warm it up in a dry skillet for a few seconds before rolling to restore pliability.
Chicken Burrito
The burrito is a triumph of practicality: a full meal wrapped up. The secret lies in the filling's moisture: it must be juicy but not runny, or the tortilla will get soggy. Heat makes the tortilla pliable, while the cheese acts as the glue holding the package together.
Ingredients
4
large
Tortillas (Flour)
1
lb
Chicken Breast
1
medium
Red Onion
2
cloves
Garlic
1
whole
Red Bell Pepper
1
cup
Corn (canned or frozen)
1
cup
Black Beans (canned, rinsed)
1
cup
Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack)
2
tbsp
Olive Oil
2
tbsp
Tomato Paste
1
tsp
Chili Powder
1
tsp
Cumin
1
tsp
Salt
1/2
tsp
Black Pepper
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Equipment Needed
- Skillet
- Serving plate
Allergen Information
Wheat
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Sauté the spiced chicken strips and onion over high heat.
Tip: High heat sears the meat quickly, keeping it juicy inside.
2
✓
Add vegetables and tomato paste, cook into a thick filling.
Tip: Cook off excess liquid so it doesn't soak through the tortilla.
3
✓
Warm the tortillas, fill them, sprinkle with cheese, and roll tightly.
Tip: The hot filling melts the cheese from the inside.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 4 large Tortillas (Flour)
- 1 lb Chicken Breast
- 1 medium Red Onion
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 whole Red Bell Pepper
- 1 cup Corn (canned or frozen)
- 1 cup Black Beans (canned, rinsed)
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese (Cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 2 tbsp Tomato Paste
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black Pepper