Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMercado PasadenaCalifornia Burrito Recipe

California Burrito Recipe

Inspired by Mercado Pasadena
Time1h
Serves4

pastor-marinated, grilled Jidori chicken, pepper jack, lettuce, avocado, pico de gallo, chile de arbol aioli

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Ingredients

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Entrées

Method

Entrées

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a large bowl, combine the Jidori chicken breast with the pastor marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to penetrate the chicken.

  2. 2

    Grill the Chicken

    Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and season with salt and black pepper. Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from grill and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Tortillas

    Warm the flour tortillas on the grill or in a skillet for about 30 seconds on each side or until soft and pliable.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Burrito

    On each tortilla, layer the sliced grilled chicken, shredded pepper jack cheese, lettuce, slices of avocado, pico de gallo, and a generous drizzle of chile de arbol aioli.

  5. 5

    Wrap the Burrito

    Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up tightly from the bottom to encase all the fillings. Repeat this process for all tortillas.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Cut the burritos in half diagonally and serve immediately with extra pico de gallo and aioli on the side if desired.

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