Best 6 Southwestern Chicken And Black Bean Burritos Recipes

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**Southwestern Chicken and Black Bean Burritos: A Culinary Journey Through Bold Flavors**

Embark on a culinary adventure with our Southwestern Chicken and Black Bean Burritos, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish combines the vibrant heritage of southwestern cuisine with the convenience of a handheld meal. Bursting with tender chicken, hearty black beans, and a medley of aromatic spices, these burritos are a perfect balance of protein, fiber, and irresistible taste. Accompanied by three enticing sauces - a creamy Avocado Ranch Dressing, a smoky Chipotle Sauce, and a refreshing Pico de Gallo - these burritos offer a customizable experience that caters to every palate. Whether you're a fan of spicy, creamy, or tangy, our Southwestern Chicken and Black Bean Burritos are a culinary journey you won't want to miss.

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BLACK BEAN CHICKEN BURRITOS



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I try to hide as many veggies as possible in these burritos. Another way I bump up the nutrition level is by using thinly sliced cabbage instead of regular iceberg lettuce. The filling freezes well, so double the recipe! -Jeni Pittard, Statham, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound ground chicken
1 small green pepper, chopped
1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles
1 cup fresh or frozen corn
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 flour tortillas (8 inches)
Sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce and fresh cilantro leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook chicken over medium-high heat until no longer pink, breaking into crumbles, 4-6 minutes; drain and remove from skillet., In the same skillet, saute peppers and onion in oil until lightly browned and crisp-tender, 2-4 minutes. Add jalapeno pepper and garlic; saute 1 minute longer. Stir in beans, tomatoes, corn, seasonings and chicken. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until liquid is evaporated, about 5 minutes. Serve in tortillas, with optional toppings as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 325 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 678mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN



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Chicken breasts with black beans, corn, chile peppers, tomatoes. Low-fat, easy and quick. Serve over hot cooked rice if desired.

Provided by Tamcattt

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (8.75 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 pinch ground cumin

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium high heat. Brown chicken breasts on both sides. Add tomatoes with green chile peppers, beans and corn. Reduce heat and let simmer for 25 to 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear. Add a dash of cumin and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.9 g, Cholesterol 68.4 mg, Fat 6.4 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 863.4 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN BURRITOS



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Make and share this Southwestern Chicken and Black Bean Burritos recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 4 large burritos

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
cayenne pepper sauce, to taste
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 medium Spanish onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
3 tablespoons smoky barbecue sauce
kosher salt
cracked black pepper
1 romaine lettuce, heart shredded
6 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tomatoes, seeded and chopped
4 (10 -12 inch) flour tortillas

Steps:

  • Rub chicken with cumin, chili powder, and cayenne sauce.
  • Heat griddle pan over high heat; cook chicken breasts 4 minutes on each side; remove from heat.
  • While the chicken is cooking, heat a skillet over medium-high heat; add olive oil to the pan.
  • Add in onions and garlic; cook about 5 minutes or until soft.
  • Add in beans and barbecue sauce; stir to combine.
  • Chop cooked chicken breasts and drop into barbecued beans; heat mixture through; season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pile chicken and beans onto tortilla; top with lettuce, green onions, and tomatoes; wrap and roll.
  • Serve with chips and salsa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 580.8, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 75.5, Sodium 721.1, Carbohydrate 74.3, Fiber 17, Sugar 10.6, Protein 42.6

CHICKEN AND BEAN BURRITOS



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup brown rice
2 cloves garlic; 1 smashed, 1 minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/2 pound (about 2 cups) frozen diced butternut squash, thawed
1 cup shredded rotisserie chicken, skin removed
1 15-ounce can black beans
1 cup grape tomatoes
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
1/4 cup pickled jalapeno peppers, plus 2 tablespoons pickling liquid
4 8-inch whole-wheat tortillas, warmed
1/2 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1 avocado, sliced
Plain low-fat yogurt or sour cream, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat a medium skillet over high heat. Add the rice and smashed garlic and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 2 to 3 minutes. Add 1 cup water, season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Add the squash and reduce the heat to low; cover and simmer, undisturbed, about 25 minutes. Sprinkle the chicken over the rice mixture, cover and remove from the heat. Meanwhile, make the bean salsa: Drain and rinse the beans, quarter the tomatoes and chop the cilantro and jalapenos. Toss with the pickling liquid and minced garlic in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Stir the chicken-rice mixture and spoon it down the center of each tortilla, then top with half of the bean salsa and sprinkle with the cheese. Fold in the sides and roll up. Slice in half and serve with avocado, the remaining bean salsa and yogurt, if desired.

CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN BURRITOS



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Whip up a fiesta for dinner in just 30 minutes! Jazzed-up chicken creates the tasty filling for an easy-to-wrap burrito.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 box (7.6 oz) Old El Paso™ Spanish rice
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 package (1 oz) Old El Paso™ taco seasoning mix
2/3 cup water
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
1/3 cup sliced green onions (about 5 medium)
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 package (11 oz) Old El Paso™ flour tortillas for burritos (8 tortillas; 8 inch), heated as directed on package
1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese, taco-seasoned cheese blend or Mexican cheese blend (6 oz)
Guacamole, Old El Paso™ Thick 'n Chunky salsa and sour cream, if desired

Steps:

  • In 3-quart saucepan, make rice as directed on package, omitting butter.
  • In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat 1 to 2 minutes. Add chicken; cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink in center. Stir in taco seasoning mix and water. Cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid is absorbed.
  • Stir chicken mixture, beans, bell pepper, onions and cilantro into hot rice mixture. If necessary, cook until hot, stirring occasionally.
  • Spoon slightly less than 1 cup chicken mixture down center of each warm tortilla. Top with cheese. Fold bottom of each tortilla 1 inch over filling. Fold in sides, overlapping to enclose filling. Fold top over sides. Serve with guacamole, salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 460, Carbohydrate 53 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 5 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Burrito, Sodium 1270 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1 g

CHICKEN AND BLACK BEAN BURRITOS



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For days when there are not enough hours in the day. These burritos make a great last minute supper. You can also pack and freeze them all in one big dish or wrap them up seperately for individual portions for during the week. Great for a mexican style dinner!

Provided by Purdy Good Cook

Categories     Black Beans

Time 45m

Yield 8 8, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion (Chopped)
2 garlic cloves (Minced)
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 chicken breasts (cubed)
1 jalapeno pepper (Seeded and minced)
1 sweet red pepper (Chopped)
19 ounces black beans (Drained and rinsed)
1 cup salsa
8 large whole wheat tortillas
2 1/2 cups cheddar cheese (Shredded)
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • In skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; fry onion, garlic, salt, and pepper until softened, about 3 minute.
  • Add chicken, jalapeno, red pepper, beans and salsa; cook, stirring, until chicken is no longer pink inside, about 10 minute
  • Let cool.
  • Spoon about 3/4 cup of the filling down centre of each tortilla; sprinkle each with 1/4 cup of the cheese. Fold in bottom edge, then sides; roll up.
  • Place, seam down, in greased 13x9 inch glass backing dish, sprinkle remaining cheese over top.
  • Back in 400 degree oven until golden and hot, and cheese is melted, about 15 minute
  • Serve with sour cream.
  • If baking from frozen, loosely cover dish with foil, and bake in a 400 degree oven until golden and hot, about 25-30 minute.
  • Enjoy.

Tips:

  • Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling around the kitchen.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your burritos the best flavor. If you can, try to use organic or locally-sourced ingredients whenever possible.
  • Cook the chicken thoroughly: Make sure that the chicken is cooked through before you add it to the burritos. This will help to prevent foodborne illness.
  • Don't overstuff the burritos: If you overstuff the burritos, they will be difficult to roll and eat. Aim for about 1/2 cup of filling per burrito.
  • Use a variety of fillings: Don't be afraid to experiment with different fillings. In addition to chicken and black beans, you could also add rice, corn, avocado, salsa, or cheese.
  • Serve the burritos with your favorite toppings: You can serve the burritos with a variety of toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, pico de gallo, or hot sauce.

Conclusion:

Southwestern chicken and black bean burritos are a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a quick 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 burritos are flavorful and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these burritos a try.

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