Spicy Southwest Protein Burrito
A fiery and flavorful dinner option packed with protein, perfect for satisfying your cravings after a long day. This burrito bursts with seasoned chicken, black beans, and a zesty homemade salsa, all wrapped in a warm tortilla for a deliciously satisfying meal.
ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup cooked black beans, drained
- 4 large tortillas
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 jalapeno, seeds removed and diced
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- Juice of 1 lime
- Hot sauce (optional)
steps
- 1.
In a bowl, combine the sliced chicken, olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly with the spices.
- 2.
Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the seasoned chicken until cooked through, around 5-7 minutes per side. Set aside.
- 3.
In the same skillet, heat the black beans for a few minutes until heated through.
- 4.
Warm the tortillas in a separate skillet or microwave according to package instructions.
- 5.
Assemble the burritos by spreading a scoop of rice on each tortilla, followed by cooked chicken, black beans, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeno.
- 6.
Drizzle with Greek yogurt, squeeze lime juice, and add hot sauce if desired.
- 7.
Fold the sides of the tortilla inward, then roll it up tightly.
