Description
Flavorful Cajun Black Bean Chicken Burritos filled with spiced chicken, black beans, and fresh veggies, wrapped in a warm tortilla.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken (breast or thighs), diced
- 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 large tortillas (flour or corn)
- 1 cup cheese (sharp cheddar or pepper jack)
- Toppings: sour cream, guacamole, salsa, fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Heat a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil, and sauté onion and bell peppers for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Add minced garlic, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken, sprinkle with Cajun seasoning, and cook for 7-10 minutes until no longer pink. Stir in black beans and warm through.
- Warm tortillas in a separate pan or microwave until pliable.
- Assemble burritos by placing chicken and bean mixture in each tortilla, sprinkle with cheese and preferred toppings, roll tightly, and place seam-side down on a baking sheet.
- For crispy burritos, bake at 400°F (200°C) for about 10 minutes.
Notes
Feel free to substitute chicken with tofu or jackfruit for a vegetarian option. Customize burritos with desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 495
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 57g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cajun, Burritos, Chicken, Black Beans, Recipe, Comfort Food