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Smothered Honey Lime Chicken Burritos

Smothered Honey Lime Chicken Burritos Your Family Will Devour

Smothered Honey Lime Chicken Burritos are high in protein, quick to prepare, and loved by the whole family.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marination Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 burritos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Burrito Filling
  • 4 large Fresh Flour Tortillas
  • 3 cups Rotisserie Chicken shredded
  • 2 cups Cooked Cilantro Lime Rice
  • 1 can Pinto Beans drained and warmed
  • 1 cup Shredded Colby Jack Cheese or Monterey Jack
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese or Mexican cheese blend
For the Marinade
  • 1/2 cup Lime Juice fresh
  • 1/4 cup Honey or maple syrup
  • 6 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
For the Sauce
  • 1 jar Salsa Verde 16 ounces
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or lighter option
For Garnishing
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Cilantro or parsley
  • 1 cup Salsa or Pico de Gallo

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • small saucepan
  • dry skillet
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, garlic, and chili powder. Marinate the shredded chicken for 15-30 minutes.
  2. Cook the Rice and Beans: Prepare cilantro lime rice and warm pinto beans in a saucepan.
  3. Make the Smothering Sauce: Combine salsa verde and heavy cream until smooth.
  4. Warm the Tortillas: Preheat oven to 350°F and warm tortillas in a skillet.
  5. Assemble the Burritos: Fill tortillas with rice, beans, chicken, and cheeses; roll tightly.
  6. Bake the Burritos: Place on baking sheet, pour sauce on top, sprinkle with cheese, and bake for 20-30 minutes.
  7. Serve and Garnish: Let cool slightly, then serve with cilantro and salsa.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burritoCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 4mg

Notes

These burritos are freezer-friendly; prepare without sauce for freezing.

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