Hearty Chicken & Bean Burritos with Cheesy Delight
Transform your mealtime with these hearty chicken and bean burritos, crafted for convenience and bursting with flavor. Prepared either in a slow cooker for a hands-off approach or on the stovetop for a quicker option, this versatile recipe yields a generous batch of 20-50 burritos or snack-sized tacos. Perfect for meal prepping, these burritos are not only satisfying for lunch, dinner, or a quick bite, but they also freeze beautifully for later enjoyment. With a savory filling of tender shredded chicken, nutritious black beans, sweet corn, and zesty salsa, all enveloped in a warm tortilla and loaded with melted cheese, these burritos are a family favorite that can be customized to your taste. Get ready to savor each delicious bite!
20
Servings
160
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Chicken Breasts
4 large (cooked and shredded (approx 5-6 cups))
Black Beans
4 (15 ounce) cans (drained and rinsed)
Kernel Corn
2 (15 1/4 ounce) cans (drained)
Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies
2 (10 ounce) cans (such as Rotel)
Salsa
4 cups (your choice of mild, medium, or hot)
Cumin
2 tablespoons (ground)
Chicken Broth
1/2 cup (low sodium preferred)
Flour Tortillas
20-50 (20 burrito size or 50 taco size)
Cheese
2-3 cups (shredded, such as cheddar, Colby-Jack, or Mexican blend)
Instructions
1
Crockpot Directions: In your slow cooker, combine chicken breasts, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, salsa, cumin, and chicken broth. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours. Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the pot and shred it finely using two forks. Return the shredded chicken to the crockpot and stir everything together until well combined.
2
Stovetop Directions: In a large pot, cook the chicken until it's fully cooked, then shred or chop it finely. Add black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, salsa, cumin, and chicken broth. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 25-30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
3
To Prepare Burritos: Heat tortillas in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds to make them pliable. On each tortilla, sprinkle a portion of cheese, followed by a generous scoop of the chicken mixture. Carefully roll the tortilla, folding in the ends, and place it seam-side down in a greased baking dish. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes. For an extra crispy finish, bake for an additional 5 minutes.
4
Freezer Directions: Once the burritos have cooled completely, place them in freezer bags, removing the air before sealing. You can fit about 4 burritos in a quart-size bag or 8 in a gallon-size bag. To reheat, bake from frozen in a toaster oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-30 minutes.
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If you prefer to freeze the filling instead of assembled burritos, simply store the chicken mixture in freezer bags and freeze. You can attach a separate bag of cheese to the chicken bags for easy preparation later.
Nutrition Information
5g
Fat
20g
Carbs
10g
Protein
2g
Fiber
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
Hearty Chicken & Bean Burritos with Cheesy Delight.
How many burritos does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields approximately 20 burrito-sized burritos or 50 snack-sized tacos.
Can I cook the chicken mixture in a slow cooker?
Yes, combine the chicken, beans, corn, tomatoes, salsa, cumin, and broth in a slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours.
Is there a stovetop cooking method available?
Yes, cook and shred the chicken first, then simmer it with the other filling ingredients for 25-30 minutes.
How many chicken breasts are required?
The recipe calls for 4 large chicken breasts.
What kind of beans should be used?
Use 4 cans (15 ounces each) of black beans, drained and rinsed.
What type of tomatoes are used in the filling?
Two 10-ounce cans of diced tomatoes with green chilies, such as Rotel.
How much salsa is needed?
The recipe requires 4 cups of your choice of mild, medium, or hot salsa.
What is the primary spice used for seasoning?
Two tablespoons of ground cumin are used for seasoning.
How much chicken broth is added to the mixture?
One half cup of chicken broth, preferably low sodium.
How do I make the tortillas easier to roll?
Heat the tortillas in the microwave for 20-30 seconds to make them pliable.
At what temperature should I bake the burritos?
Bake the burritos in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C).
How long do the burritos need to bake?
Bake for 15 minutes, or 20 minutes if you want an extra crispy finish.
Can these burritos be frozen?
Yes, they freeze beautifully once cooled completely.
How should I store the burritos for freezing?
Place them in freezer bags, removing as much air as possible before sealing.
How many burritos fit in a quart-size freezer bag?
Approximately 4 burritos will fit in a quart-size bag.
How many burritos fit in a gallon-size freezer bag?
Approximately 8 burritos will fit in a gallon-size bag.
How do I reheat the burritos from frozen?
Bake from frozen in a toaster oven at 350°F (175°C) for 20-30 minutes.
Can I freeze just the filling instead of the whole burrito?
Yes, store the chicken mixture in freezer bags and freeze; you can attach a separate bag of cheese for convenience.
What type of cheese is recommended?
Shredded cheddar, Colby-Jack, or a Mexican blend works well.
How much cheese is used in the recipe?
Approximately 2-3 cups of shredded cheese.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains approximately 160 calories.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 10g of protein.
How much fat is in each burrito?
There are 5g of fat per serving.
What is the carbohydrate count per serving?
Each serving has 20g of carbohydrates.
How much fiber is in a serving?
There are 2g of fiber per serving.
How should the chicken be shredded?
The chicken should be shredded finely using two forks.
How should the burritos be placed in the baking dish?
Place the rolled burritos seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
What amount of corn is required?
Two 15 1/4 ounce cans of kernel corn, drained.
Is this recipe suitable for meal prepping?
Yes, it is designed for meal prepping as it yields a large batch and freezes well.