Shredded Chicken & Beans Burro Recipe
Make Shredded Chicken & Beans Burro Recipe in just 50m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Method
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- 1
Brown the chicken
Season the chicken thighs with a pinch of salt. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and sear until browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken to rest.
- 2
- 3
Bloom spices
Sprinkle in the ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, and salt. Stir and cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
- 4
Simmer filling
Return the chicken to the pan. Add drained black beans, corn, salsa verde, and lime juice. Stir to combine and simmer 8-10 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and the flavors meld. Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces as it cooks.
- 5
Assemble burritos
Warm the flour tortillas. Spoon the filling onto each tortilla, then sprinkle with shredded cheese. Add a dollop of sour cream and some chopped cilantro. Fold in the sides and roll into a burrito.
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Serve
Serve the burritos warm, with extra salsa or lime wedges if desired.
