Classic Chicken Burrito recipe served on a plate, by El Pollo Loco
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Classic Chicken Burrito Recipe

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@elpolloloco

Oct 19 2025

1h

Serves 4

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Recipe information

Make Classic Chicken Burrito in just 1h . Marinated chicken wrapped in a warm flour tortilla with pinto beans, rice, and fresh toppings.

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Ingredients

Marinated Chicken

Burrito Fillings

Preparation

Marinating the Chicken

1. Prepare the Marinade

In a bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

2. Marinate the Chicken

Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.

Cooking the Chicken

3. Cook the Chicken

Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Assembling the Burrito

4. Warm the Tortillas

Heat the flour tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 30 seconds on each side, until warm and pliable.

5. Fill the Burrito

Place a warm tortilla on a flat surface. Layer with pinto beans, cooked rice, sliced chicken, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, sour cream, shredded cheese, and salsa. Be careful not to overfill.

6. Wrap the Burrito

Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll from the bottom up to enclose the filling. Ensure it is tightly wrapped.

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