Fiesta Chicken Burritos Recipe

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Looking for some heat with supper but still want a cool kitchen? Try these slow cooked burritos with a spicy touch the whole family will love! This is a simple recipe to double if you’re catering to a crowd. And for those who prefer a spicier dish, Margaret adds a teaspoon of cayenne pepper. Margaret Latta - Paducah, Kentucky

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Fiesta Chicken Burritos Recipe
  • Prep: 30 min. Cook: 4-1/4 hours
  • Yield: 8 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • Dash cayenne pepper
  • Dash crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese
  • 8 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
  • Optional toppings: sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes

Directions

  • Place chicken in a greased 4-qt. slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine the corn, beans, tomatoes, jalapeno and seasonings; pour over chicken. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until chicken is tender.
  • Remove chicken; cool slightly. Shred meat with two forks and return to the slow cooker. Stir in cream cheese. Cover and cook 15 minutes longer or until heated through.
  • Spoon 3/4 cup chicken mixture down the center of each tortilla; add toppings of your choice. Fold sides and ends over filling and roll up. Yield: 8 servings.

Editor's Note: Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers; the oils can burn skin. Avoid touching your face.

Nutritional Facts 1 burrito (calculated without optional toppings) equals 405 calories, 12 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 67 mg cholesterol, 1,099 mg sodium, 42 g carbohydrate, 4 g fiber, 29 g protein.

Originally published as Fiesta Chicken Burritos in Simple & Delicious July/August 2009, p33

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Enjoy this recipe with a medium-bodied white wine such as Riesling or Gewürtztraminer

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Reviewed on Mar. 31, 2012 by missalyssa

I added green peppers to this. Tasted great and was super easy!


Reviewed on Mar. 12, 2012 by crash9875

This was so easy and the entire family gobbled it up!


Reviewed on Feb. 02, 2012 by navywife01

DELICIOUS!!!!


Reviewed on Nov. 15, 2011 by gadgetsmidnight

This recipe was so easy to put together in the crock pot. The flavor was fantastic. My changes were to omit the jalapeno and the crushed red pepper flakes. I did add a 4oz can of diced green chilis. Finally, I used frozen whole kernal corn instead of canned, because that is what I had on hand. This will be a regular in our household.


Reviewed on Nov. 13, 2011 by swagner

Wonderful recipe! Even better topped with onions and cilantro!


Reviewed on Oct. 04, 2011 by kerrynjames

We loved this. The chicken was moist, the flavor was not too spicy but still flavorful... I will definitely make it again!


Reviewed on Oct. 02, 2011 by BerryBlessedMama

My whole family enjoyed this. I left out the jalapenos, and we added sliced avacados to the toppings. Nice heat without being too much. It looked pretty liquid-y before adding the cream cheese, but once it melted, it was great- just served it with a slotted spoon.


Reviewed on Jun. 22, 2011 by jbw0808

I just made this earlier tonight, and it was very good. I didn't use the entire amount of cumin the recipe called for, but it was still very flavorful. My boyfriend was making yum noises as he was eating them, and he can be a little picky sometimes, so I will definitely be making this again!


Reviewed on Apr. 15, 2011 by bassmom

My family loves this recipe! So easy to get ready and now is a monthly dish in our family.


Reviewed on Jan. 18, 2011 by mommyinzion

My family is not picky and we eat a huge variety of foods. So, I was really surprised after such great reviews of this recipe to have every single person in my hating this recipe. I got a much better approval from my family when I substituted the can of tomatoes & all the seasons with a jar of salsa.

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