Best 7 Chicken Rice Burritos Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey to Southeast Asia with these irresistible Chicken Rice Burritos, a unique fusion of Mexican and Asian flavors. These burritos are packed with succulent chicken marinated in aromatic herbs and spices, fluffy jasmine rice, a medley of crunchy vegetables, and a luscious homemade sauce. The zesty cilantro-lime sauce adds a refreshing kick, while the tangy Sriracha crema brings a touch of heat. Experience a symphony of flavors in every bite as you explore this delectable fusion dish. With chicken, vegetarian, and vegan variations, these burritos cater to diverse dietary preferences. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a flavor adventure with our easy-to-follow recipes.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CHICKEN, RICE & BEAN BURRITOS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: flour tortillas, refried bean, spanish rice, rotisserie chicken, shredded mexican cheese blend

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Lunch

Yield 6 burritos

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 flour tortillas
16 oz refried bean, 1 can
1 cup spanish rice, cooked
1 cup rotisserie chicken, shredded
1 cup shredded mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Assemble the burritos by microwaving the flour tortilla for 20 seconds, and begin to layer burrito starting with refried beans, followed by the cooked rice, rotisserie chicken, and cheese.
  • Fold in the left and right sides of the tortilla and roll it up from the bottom, tucking the bottom edge under the filling. Wrap in parchment paper and label. Freeze up to 1 month.
  • To reheat from frozen, wrap the burrito in a damp paper towel and microwave for 2-3 minutes, flipping halfway or until the center is hot. Let stand 1 minute before eating.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Carbohydrate 43 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 19 grams, Sugar 1 gram

CHICKEN RICE BURRITOS



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For a nice alternative to beef and bean burritos, I use this recipe, which I discovered several years back. If I fix the chicken mixture the night before, the next day's dinner is a snap. My 14-year-old gives these yummy burritos an enthusiastic "thumbs up"! -Suzanne Adams, Laguna Niguel, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/3 cup sliced green onions
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons butter
7 cups shredded cooked chicken
1 tablespoon chili powder
2-1/2 cups chicken broth, divided
1 jar (16 ounces) picante sauce, divided
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives
3 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
12 flour tortillas (10 inches), warmed
Additional picante sauce and cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a skillet, saute onions and garlic in butter until tender. Stir in chicken, chili powder, 1/4 cup broth and 3/4 cup of picante sauce. Heat through; set aside. , In a medium saucepan, bring rice and remaining broth to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20 minutes. Stir in remaining picante sauce; cover and simmer 5-10 minutes or until rice is tender. Stir into chicken mixture. Add olives and 2 cups cheese. , Preheat oven to 375°. Spoon 1 cup filling, off center, on each tortilla. Fold sides and ends over filling, then roll up. Arrange burritos in two ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dishes. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese. Cover and bake until heated through, 10-15 minutes. Garnish with picante sauce and cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1133 calories, Fat 42g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 216mg cholesterol, Sodium 2133mg sodium, Carbohydrate 96g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 13g fiber), Protein 75g protein.

CHICKEN AND RICE BURRITOS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 container Minute® Ready to Serve Brown Rice
1/4 cup salsa
1/2 cup cooked, diced chicken
1/4 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
2 whole wheat tortillas
1/4 cup chopped cilantro, optional
2 Tbsps sour cream, optional

Steps:

  • Heat rice according to package directions. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine salsa and chicken. Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir in cheese and rice. Divide mixture onto tortillas. Top with cilantro and sour cream, if desired.
  • Cooks' notes:
  • You can adjust the amount of ingredients based on your tastes.

PICANTE CHICKEN RICE BURRITOS



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Flour tortillas filled with a mildly spicy, cheesy, picante chicken and rice mixture, then topped with more cheese and baked. A great dinner inspired by Mexican flavors. This is my favorite chicken recipe!

Provided by IDIEHMARIE77

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 1h

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
½ cup chopped green onion
1 clove garlic, minced
7 cups shredded, cooked chicken meat
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 ½ cups chicken broth, divided
1 (16 ounce) jar picante sauce, divided
1 cup uncooked long grain rice
½ cup sliced black olives
3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, divided
12 (10 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • To Make Chicken Mixture: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and saute green onion and garlic until soft; stir in chicken, chili powder, 1/4 cup broth and 3/4 cup picante sauce. Heat through, then set aside.
  • To Make Rice: In a large saucepan, bring rice and remaining 2 1/4 cups broth to a boil. Reduce heat, cover pan and simmer for 20 minutes. Stir in remaining 1 1/4 cups picante sauce, cover and simmer for another 5 to 10 minutes or until rice is tender.
  • Meanwhile, preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • To Assemble Burritos: Stir chicken mixture into rice, then add olives and 2 cups of the cheese. Mix well. Spoon 1 cup of filling onto each tortilla, off center. Fold sides and ends over filling, then roll up. Arrange filled tortillas in two 9x13 inch baking dishes and sprinkle remaining cup of cheese on top.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 10 to 15 minutes, or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 575.3 calories, Carbohydrate 52.2 g, Cholesterol 103.6 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 37.1 g, SaturatedFat 10.1 g, Sodium 1211.1 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

BURRITOS WITH CHICKEN AND RICE



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These little guys are food on the run. In Mexico they are a popular street stand food because everything is packed nicely inside the tortilla and there is no sauce needed for them.

Provided by MizEmerilLagasse

Categories     Savory Pies

Time 45m

Yield 8 Burritos

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup long grain rice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon dried oregano or 1 teaspoon fresh oregano
1 (7 ounce) can chopped tomatoes, in their juices
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 1/4 cups monterey jack cheese or 1 1/4 cups mild cheddar cheese
4 tablespoons sour cream (optional)
8 fresh flour tortillas (8-10-inch)

Steps:

  • Bring a saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil.
  • Add the rice and cook for 8 minutes.
  • Drain, rinse then drain again.
  • Heat the oil in a large saucepan.
  • Add the onion, with the ground cloves and oregano, and fry for 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in the rice and tomatoes and cook over low heat until all the tomato juice has been absorbed. Set the pan aside.
  • Put the chicken breast in a large saucepan, pour enough water over them to cover and bring to a boil.
  • Lower the heat to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes or until the chicken is no longer pink on the inside.
  • Lift the chicken out of the pan, put on a plate and cool sightly Preheat the oven to 325°F.
  • Shred the chicken by pulling the flesh apart with two forks, then add the chicken to the rice mixture, with the grated cheese.
  • Stir in the sour cream, if using Wrap the tortillas in foil and place them on a plate.
  • Stand the plate over boiling water for about 5 minutes.
  • Alternatively, wrap and heat in a microwave on full power for 1 minute Spoon 1/8 of the filling onto the center of a tortilla and fold the sides.
  • Fold the bottom up and the top down to form a parcel.
  • Secure with a toothpick.
  • Put the filled burrito in a shallow dish or casserole, cover with foil and keep warm in the oven while you make seven more.
  • Remove the toothpick before serving, sprinkle with oregano.

CHEESY CHICKEN RICE BURRITOS



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Make and share this Cheesy Chicken Rice Burritos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by FDADELKARIM

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 8-10 burritos, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 tablespoon canola oil
1 lb ground chicken
6 ounces medium salsa
2 tablespoons hot taco sauce
1 -2 cup shredded cheese
1 (5 1/2 ounce) package lipton Mexican rice (I use Lipton Taco Rice)
8 -10 flour tortillas (soft taco size, 8 inches)

Steps:

  • Prepare the rice as directed on the package then set aside to be used later.
  • Heat the oil in a frying pan then cook the chicken until no longer pink. Mix the salsa, taco sauce, & cheese in with the chicken. Add half of the rice to the pan & save the rest as a side dish.
  • Put between 3-4 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto each tortilla & roll up. Lay them on a baking sheet & cook on 350 for 10 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.2, Fat 16.9, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 97.5, Sodium 1074, Carbohydrate 36.7, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 3.1, Protein 35.6

CHICKEN AND RICE BURRITOS



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I haven't yet made these but had to save the recipe. They sounded so easy. I got the recipe off of a Mission Tortillas package.

Provided by WINNIE246

Categories     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 large flour tortillas
2 1/2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
3/4 cup long grain white rice
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 3/4 cups water
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 large tomatoes, chopped
1/3 cup green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • In a large skillet place chicken, rice, seasonings, water, and tomato sauce. Bring mixture to a boil.
  • Cover and simmer 20 minutes, or until rice is fully cooked.
  • Add chopped tomato and green onion to combine evenly.
  • Place 1/2 cup of mixture in each tortilla and serve with whatever you like. Cheese, salsa, guacamole.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511, Fat 11.9, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 32.8, Sodium 1197.7, Carbohydrate 77.1, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 4.8, Protein 22.3

Tips:

1. Use leftover chicken: For this recipe, leftover chicken can be used to save time and effort. This makes it a great way to use up leftover chicken from a roasted chicken, grilled chicken, or other chicken dishes. 2. Cook the rice perfectly: Fluffiness is the key to great tasting rice. Make sure to rinse the rice before cooking to remove any excess starch and prevent it from becoming sticky. 3. Use a nonstick skillet: A nonstick skillet will help prevent the chicken and rice from sticking to the pan and ensure that they cook evenly. 4. Season the chicken and rice well: Don't be afraid to season the chicken and rice with your favorite spices and herbs. This will help to enhance the flavor of the dish. 5. Let the chicken and rice cool before assembling the burritos: This will help prevent the tortillas from getting soggy. 6. Wrap the burritos tightly: Tightly wrapping the burritos will help to keep them together and prevent them from falling apart. 7. Serve with your favorite toppings: Serve the burritos with your favorite toppings such as salsa, guacamole, sour cream, and cheese.

Conclusion:

Chicken rice burritos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple tips, you can make sure that your chicken rice burritos are perfect every time. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken rice burritos a try!

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