Description
Delightful burritos filled with shredded chicken, spicy jalapeños, and creamy cheese, perfect for family dinners or casual get-togethers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 2 jalapeños, chopped
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar and pepper jack)
- 4 large tortillas
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp cumin (optional)
- 1 tbsp butter (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Start by shredding your cooked chicken and chopping your jalapeños.
- Sauté the chopped jalapeños in a skillet over medium heat with olive oil for 3-4 minutes.
- In a bowl, mix sautéed jalapeños, shredded chicken, cream cheese, half of the shredded cheese, and seasonings.
- Lay out tortillas and fill them with the mixture. Wrap tightly.
- Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook burritos seam-side down until golden brown, 4-5 minutes each side.
- One minute before finishing, sprinkle remaining cheese on top and cover to melt.
Notes
For milder taste, substitute jalapeños with bell peppers. Rotisserie chicken can be used for quicker preparation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: burritos, chicken, cheesy, spicy, family meals