Jul 13 2026
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Friendsgiving Recipe

Inspired by Chipotle Mexican Grill
Time1h 30m
Serves8

Chipotle Catering makes your Friendsgiving table Extra so your friends can build their perfect Bowls, Tacos, or Salads.

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Ingredients

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Proteins

Toppings

Method

Base Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare Cilantro-Lime Rice

    Cook 4 cups of rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, mix in the juice of 2 limes and 1 cup of chopped fresh cilantro. Set aside.

  2. 2

    Prepare Black Beans

    Heat 2 cups of canned black beans in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through. Stir occasionally.

  3. 3

    Prepare Lettuce

    Wash and shred 2 cups of lettuce. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.

  4. 4

    Prepare Corn Salsa

    Combine 2 cups of corn with diced red onion, lime juice, and chopped cilantro. Mix well and set aside.

  5. 5

    Prepare Tomato Salsa

    Dice fresh tomatoes and mix with chopped onions, jalapeños, and cilantro. Add lime juice and salt to taste.

  6. 6

    Tortilla Chips

    Open a bag of tortilla chips and place in a serving bowl.

Protein Preparation

  1. 7

    Grill Chicken

    Season 2 lbs of chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and your favorite spices. Grill over medium-high heat for about 6-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked. Let rest and then slice.

  2. 8

    Prepare Barbacoa Beef

    Slow-cook 2 lbs of beef chuck with barbacoa seasoning, onion, and beef broth in a slow cooker for 6-8 hours on low until tender. Shred the beef with forks.

  3. 9

    Prepare Sofritas

    Crumbled tofu with spices and sauté over medium heat until golden brown, about 10-15 minutes. Add chipotle sauce and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Topping Preparation

  1. 10

    Prepare Shredded Cheese

    Mix equal parts of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese. Set aside.

  2. 11

    Prepare Guacamole

    Mash 2 ripe avocados with lime juice, salt, and diced onions. Keep chilled until serving.

  3. 12

    Prepare Sour Cream

    Place sour cream in a serving bowl or container for easy access.

  4. 13

    Prepare Pickled Jalapeños

    Open a jar of pickled jalapeños and place in a serving bowl.

  5. 14

    Chop Fresh Cilantro

    Chop fresh cilantro leaves and set aside for garnishing.

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