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Classic Chicken Burrito with Cilantro-Lime Rice

classic chicken burrito with cilantro-lime rice recipe made easy at home. Juicy seasoned chicken wrapped with zesty rice, black beans, and fresh salsa in a wa
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 650

Ingredients
  

Chicken Marinade
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts butterflied or pounded to even thickness
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lime juice fresh
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
Cilantro-Lime Rice
  • 1 cup long-grain white rice uncooked
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp lime juice fresh
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
  • 1 tsp olive oil
Burrito Fillings & Assembly
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup pico de gallo or fresh salsa store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 4 large burrito-size flour tortillas 10-12 inches
  • 1 ripe avocado sliced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour marinade over. Turn to coat and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes while you prepare rice.
  2. In a medium saucepan, bring water and salt to a boil. Stir in rice, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand covered for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork, then stir in lime juice, chopped cilantro, and olive oil.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of oil. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off. Cook for 6-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer to a cutting board, rest for 5 minutes, then slice into thin strips.
  4. In the same skillet, add black beans and cook for 2-3 minutes over medium heat until warmed through. Meanwhile, heat tortillas one at a time in a dry skillet or microwave for 20 seconds to make them pliable.
  5. Lay a warm tortilla on a clean surface. Spoon about 1/4 of the rice in the center, leaving a border. Top with black beans, sliced chicken, salsa, cheese, sour cream, and a few avocado slices. Drizzle with extra lime juice and sprinkle fresh cilantro.
  6. Fold the bottom edge up over the filling, then fold in both sides. Roll tightly away from you, tucking the edges as you go. Wrap each burrito in parchment paper or foil to hold its shape.
  7. Slice each burrito in half diagonally and serve immediately with extra salsa, sour cream, or lime wedges on the side.