Shredded Chicken & Beans Burro Recipe
Shredded chicken and beans wrapped in a flour tortilla, often accompanied by cheese and a mild sauce.
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Ingredients
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Burros
Method
Burros
- 1
Prep ingredients
Pat the shredded chicken dry if needed. Gather all ingredients and measure as listed.
- 2
Warm tortillas
Warm tortillas in a dry skillet over medium heat for 20-30 seconds per side, or wrap in damp towels and microwave 20 seconds until pliable.
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- 4
Add spices and lime
Stir in ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper. Cook 1 minute to bloom spices. Stir in lime juice.
- 5
Combine fillings
Add shredded chicken and refried beans to skillet with spices. Stir until heated through and evenly coated, adding water a tablespoon at a time to loosen if needed.
- 6
Layer burritos
Lay a tortilla on a work surface. Spread a thin layer of warm refried beans in the center. Spoon a portion of the chicken-bean mixture over the beans. Sprinkle with shredded cheese and a drizzle of salsa. Add a dollop of sour cream if desired.
- 7
Roll burritos
Fold the sides over the filling, roll tightly from bottom to top, and place seam-side down. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
- 8
Optional crisp
In a clean skillet, lightly oil or spray with cooking spray and toast the burritos on all sides over medium heat until the cheese melts and tortillas are lightly browned.
- 9
Garnish & serve
Slice burritos in half if desired. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with extra salsa or lime wedges.
