CHICKEN & PEPPER BURRITOS

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I don't remember where this one came from. I do know I've changed it over the years. They freeze well when wrapped in freezer paper. After they thaw I like to fry them, making Chimichangas.

Provided by Pierre Dance

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 tablespoons olive oil
8 boneless skinless chicken thighs or 8 boneless skinless chicken breasts, defatted, cut into bite sized pieces
1 large white onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded, devained, chopped
1 poblano chiles or 1 pasilla chile, roasted, skinned, seeded, devained chopped
3 teaspoons new mexico chile powder, freshly ground
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground cumin
2 cups Cotija cheese, crumbled
10 -12 large burrito-size flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
  • Add the Oil.
  • Stir fry the chicken in partial batches'til done.
  • Set aside on paper towel.
  • Add Onion, Bell Pepper, Chiles, Chile Powder, and Cummin.
  • Stir fry 'til tender, 8-10 minutes.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Stir Chicken into mixture.
  • Heat Tortillas, 3-4 at a time, in microwave for 15 seconds.
  • Place a few spoons of mix on a tortilla, top with crumbled cheese.
  • Fold the lower flap of the tortilla up, each side in and roll to form a burrito.
  • Wrap in freezer paper, LABEL THE PAPER!
  • Repeat 'til all mixture is used.

Sheryl Maness
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These burritos are delicious! I love the flavor of the chicken and peppers. I will definitely be making them again.


Bipasha Akter
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I've made these burritos several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and the flavor is amazing. I highly recommend them!


Awais Rapoot
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These burritos are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family. I love the combination of chicken, peppers, and cheese.


Luka Marsic
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I love that this recipe uses leftover chicken. It's a great way to use up leftovers and it makes the burritos even more flavorful.


Jose Uresti
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These burritos are the perfect meal for a busy weeknight. They're quick and easy to make, and they're always a hit with my family.


Jay Floyd
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I've made these burritos several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and the flavor is amazing.


Thatow Thato
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These burritos are so delicious and easy to make. I love that I can use leftover chicken to make them.


Abdur Rohman
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I made these burritos for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them and asked for the recipe.


Mwanaidi Mwavyamatso
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My family loved these burritos! They were so easy to make and everyone enjoyed them. I will definitely be making them again.


silverx sfm
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great meal for a busy weeknight.


Shawonda Booker
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The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the combination of spices in the peppers was perfect. I will definitely be making this recipe again!


Ilaz Musa
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I have seen many recipes for chicken burritos, but this one is definitely a keeper! It's so easy to make and the flavor is amazing.