Burrito Recipe
Ground beef, shredded beef, chicken, red chili, chili verde or bean & cheese.
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Ingredients
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Proteins
Sauces
Beans & Cheese
Wraps
Vegetables
Method
Cooking Proteins
- 1
Prepare Ground Beef
In a skillet over medium heat, cook 1 lb of ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Drain excess fat.
- 2
Cook Chicken
In a separate pot, boil 1 lb of chicken breast in salted water for about 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked. Shred the chicken using two forks.
Assembling the Burrito
- 3
Prepare the Tortilla
Warm 4 large flour tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave for a few seconds until pliable.
- 4
Layer Ingredients
On each tortilla, layer 1/4 cup of cooked ground beef, 1/4 cup of shredded chicken, 1/4 cup of refried beans, and 1/4 cup of shredded cheese.
- 5
Add Sauces and Vegetables
Drizzle 1/4 cup of red chili sauce or chili verde over the layers, then add 1/4 cup of chopped lettuce and 1/4 cup of diced tomatoes on top.
Wrapping and Serving
- 6
Wrap the Burrito
Fold the sides of the tortilla over the filling and roll tightly from the bottom to the top.
- 7
Serve
Serve the burrito with a dollop of sour cream on top and extra sauce on the side if desired.
