Chili Burrito Recipe
A chicken burrito fried crisp and topped with chili and cheese. Served with french fries.
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Ingredients
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Burrito Filling
Chili Topping
French Fries
Method
Burrito Preparation
- 1
Cook the Chicken
In a large skillet over medium heat, add a splash of oil and cook the chicken breast until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Shred the chicken using two forks.
- 2
Season the Chicken
Add taco seasoning to the shredded chicken and stir well. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the spices to blend with the chicken.
- 3
Assemble the Burrito
On a flour tortilla, spread a layer of refried beans, followed by the seasoned chicken, and top with shredded cheese. Roll the tortilla tightly to form a burrito.
- 4
Make Additional Burritos
Repeat the process for all tortillas, ensuring each burrito is filled and rolled tightly.
Frying Burritos
- 5
Fry the Burritos
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the burritos in the oil, seam side down.
- 6
Drain the Burritos
Fry the burritos for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are golden brown and crispy. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.
Preparing Chili and Fries
- 7
Heat the Chili
In a saucepan, heat the canned chili over medium heat until warmed through, stirring occasionally.
- 8
Cook French Fries
Prepare the frozen French fries according to package instructions, either baking or frying until golden and crispy.
- 9
Season Fries
Once fries are cooked, sprinkle with salt and set aside.
Serving
- 10
Assemble for Serving
On a serving plate, place the fried burritos and generously ladle the warm chili over the top.
- 11
Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chili, add a dollop of sour cream, and garnish with chopped green onions.
- 12
Serve with Fries
Serve with a side of crispy French fries.