Description
A comforting burrito filled with smoky chicken, roasted green chiles, and fresh ingredients, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups smoked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup roasted green chiles
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or cheddar cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Smoked Chicken by seasoning and smoking until internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 3-4 hours. Shred once rested.
- Sauté diced onions in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat until translucent and caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, sautéed onions, green chiles, cilantro, and lime juice. Mix well and taste for seasoning.
- Assemble burritos by laying a tortilla flat, adding filling to the center, folding in sides, and rolling tightly.
- Toast the burrito in a dry skillet for 2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve warm with salsa, sour cream, or guacamole.
Notes
Customize the burrito by adding jalapeños for extra heat or using gluten-free tortillas if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Smoking and Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: burrito, smoked chicken, green chile, family favorite, Mexican recipes, comfort food