Jul 14 2026

Manuel Burrito Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Rice, beans and chicken wrapped in a flour tortilla, topped with melted cheese. No salsa.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Seasoning Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Rice

    In a medium saucepan, cook the rice according to package instructions. Once cooked, remove from heat and set aside.

  2. 2

    Heat the Beans

    In a small saucepan, heat the canned black beans over medium heat. Stir occasionally until warmed through, about 5-7 minutes. Add salt, black pepper, cumin, and garlic powder to taste.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Chicken

    If not already done, shred or chop the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Season with additional salt, pepper, or spices if desired.

Assembly

  1. 4

    Assemble the Burritos

    Lay a flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. In the center, layer 1/2 cup of cooked rice, followed by 1/4 cup of heated black beans, and 1/2 cup of shredded chicken.

  2. 5

    Add Cheese

    Sprinkle 1/4 cup of shredded cheese on top of the filling.

  3. 6

    Wrap the Burrito

    Fold in the sides of the tortilla and then roll it up tightly from the bottom to the top, making sure the filling is secure inside.

Cooking

  1. 7

    Melt the Cheese

    In a skillet over medium heat, place the wrapped burrito seam-side down. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown, then flip and repeat on the other side. This will help melt the cheese inside.

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