Chicken & Rice Burrito Recipe

Chicken & Rice Burrito Recipe

Chicken & Rice Burrito Recipe

Serves 4-5
Prep time 20 minutes
Cook time 15 minutes
Total time 35 minutes
Meal type Lunch, Main Dish

Ingredients

  • 1 box Uncle Ben's® Long Grain & Wild Rice Fast Cook (Cook following the box instructions)
  • 4-5 burrito size tortillas
  • 2 1/2 cups chopped cooked chicken
  • 1 cup Colby/Jack shredded cheese (can substitute with your favorite cheese)
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers (cut into thin 1" slices)
  • 1 can black beans (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • salt to taste

Optional

  • 1/2 cup chopped tomato

Note

Two slices of cooked bacon can be added to each burrito for a twist.

Serve with sour cream, guacamole, cilantro, or any of your favorite burrito additions.

Directions

Step 1
Cook rice per the directions on the box. Set aside.
Step 2
Place cumin, chili powder, oregano, and garlic powder into a pan on medium heat. Warm for a few seconds until you can smell the seasoning. Add the chopped chicken, bell pepper, two teaspoons of water, and salt. Cook until bell pepper are slightly soft. Add in the black beans and warm through. Place the chicken mixture into a large bowl and add cheese. Stir until well combined. Set aside.
Step 3
Place a damp paper towel over 4-5 tortillas and warm in the microwave for 2 minutes.
Step 4
Place the rice, chicken mix, and tomatoes (optional) on the warm tortillas. Bring one side of the tortilla over the mix and roll. Fold up one end and continue to roll into a burrito. Serve with your favorite burrito condiments.