Description
Delicious and hearty Cajun Black Bean Chicken Burritos, filled with spices, chicken, black beans, and fresh herbs, perfect for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless chicken (breast or thighs)
- 1 can cooked black beans
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 2 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 flour or corn tortillas
- 1 cup cheese (cheddar or pepper jack)
- 1 lime, juiced
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions
- Season chicken with Cajun spices and sauté in a hot skillet with olive oil for 6-8 minutes until browned and juicy.
- Add diced bell peppers and sauté for another 3 minutes until slightly tender.
- Stir in black beans until heated throughout.
- Lay out a tortilla, spoon the chicken and black bean mixture in the center, sprinkle with cheese, and add lime juice.
- Tuck in the edges and roll tightly.
- Return the burrito to the skillet on medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side until crispy.
- Serve warm with sauces, salsa, or guacamole.
Notes
To avoid overstuffing, use less filling. Adjust heat while sautéing to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Cajun
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Cajun, burrito, black bean, chicken, comfort food, family recipe