Chicken Verde Burrito Recipe
The chicken verde burrito is a delicious and flavorful Mexican dish that combines tender chicken, tangy verde sauce, and a variety of toppings. This recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal. With a prep time of 15 minutes and a cook time of 25 minutes, you can have a mouthwatering burrito on your plate in no time!
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup verde sauce
- 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1/4 cup diced onions
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
- 4 large flour tortillas
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes. Then, shred the chicken using two forks.
- In a small saucepan, heat the verde sauce over low heat until warmed through.
- Place the flour tortillas on a baking sheet and warm them in the preheated oven for about 2-3 minutes.
- Take one warmed tortilla and spread a spoonful of verde sauce in the center.
- Place a portion of the shredded chicken on top of the sauce.
- Sprinkle some shredded cheese, diced onions, diced tomatoes, and chopped cilantro over the chicken.
- Roll the tortilla tightly, folding in the sides as you go.
- Repeat the process with the remaining tortillas and ingredients.
- Place the rolled burritos back
