Description
A flavorful Cajun black bean chicken burrito that combines spicy marinated chicken with a hearty black bean filling, wrapped in a soft tortilla.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 14 ounces), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 3.5 ounces shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 large ripe avocado, sliced
- 3.5 ounces shredded lettuce
- 2 medium tomatoes, diced
- 4 tablespoons sour cream
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Combine the chicken pieces, olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix thoroughly and allow to marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sauté red onion and minced garlic for 2 minutes until aromatic. Add diced red bell pepper, ground cumin, and chili powder, cooking for 3 to 4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Combine the black beans with the sautéed vegetables, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until thoroughly heated. Remove from heat.
- Heat tortillas one at a time in a dry skillet or microwave them briefly until soft and pliable.
- For each burrito, layer a quarter of the black bean mixture, cooked Cajun chicken, shredded cheese, avocado slices, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and a spoonful of sour cream onto a tortilla. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Fold the sides of each tortilla inward and roll up tightly. Slice in half if preferred. Serve immediately with lime wedges.
Notes
- Feel free to customize the fillings by adding other vegetables or toppings to your burrito.
- For a spicier kick, add jalapeños or hot sauce to the filling.
- These burritos can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for later consumption.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg