These burritos are packed with tons of protein and fibre. Better yet, they’re light and will not weigh you down, meaning you may want to eat more than one! And that’s totally okay!
A Quick and Easy Weeknight Dinner
The blackened chicken gives such incredible flavour and is a much healthier alternative to ground beef. That makes these babies lean and perfect for lunch, dinner, or even after a workout.
Simply cook up the taco seasoned chicken while your cilantro lime rice is on the go. Prepare your toppings and lay out the wraps.
Family members can top their own burritos, and mom and dad can make a burrito bowl instead if they wish– both are great wholesome, healthy options.
Burritos With Cilantro Lime Rice
My favourite part about these burritos is the cilantro lime rice. It’s so good that you can eat it by itself! We add ours to burrito bowls and tacos as well.
The lime isn’t overwhelming and really adds the perfect amount of flavour no matter what meal you’re using it for. It’s a recipe on its own, Inspired by my favourite Mexican grill Chipotle. You get to enjoy the same great taste by making a similar version in your own home, which saves you money in the end.
This recipe makes Mexican night so much fun. The kids can choose their own toppings and the hubby will be able to add as much hot sauce as his little heart desires.
I use gluten-free corn tortillas or whole wheat pita bread to make our burritos. If using hot sauce, we use Frank’s RedHot original and then I cool it down with a spoonful of light sour cream.
More Mexican inspired meals:
- Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice (Gluten-Free)
- Chipotle Inspired Chicken Burrito Bowls
- Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Tacos (Gluten-Free, Paleo)
Homemade Chicken Taco Seasoning
Similar to my flavourful Blackened Chicken and Avocado Salad recipe, the taco seasoning for the chicken is simple yet full of bold flavours. You are bound to have these spices in your pantry, which makes this recipe so easy to make.
Note that you don’t have to use added flour or sugar. You may use a gluten-free flour of choice, if you wish, or completely opt out of it.
Here’s what you’ll need for the chicken seasoning:
- juice of half a lime
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp gluten-free flour (optional)
- 1½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp himalayan salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp granulated sugar (optional)
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ ground black pepper
- ¼ cayenne pepper
Burrito Toppings
This is the fun part. Change up the toppings every time to make these, and customize to each of your family members’ preference.
Here are mouthwatering toppings to consider:
- Guacamole
- Avocado
- Ranch dressing
- Spicy Chipotle
- Sriracha Sauce
- Sour Cream
- Bruschetta
- Red onions
- Spinach
- Romain lettuce
- Arugula
- Cabbage
- Tomatoes
- Grape tomatoes
- Jalapeños
- Olives
- Hot peppers
- Red pepper flakes
- Sweet peppers
- Cheddar cheese
- Mozzarella cheese
- Feta Cheese
- Tex Mex cheese
- Rinsed black beans
- Rinsed red kidney beans
- Refried beans
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Chicken Rice and Black Bean Burritos Recipe
What You Need:
- cilantro lime rice (recipe here)
- gluten-free corn tortillas (or whole wheat pita)
For the chicken & taco seasoning: - 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- juice of half a lime
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp gluten-free flour (optional)
- 1½ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp himalayan salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp granulated sugar (optional)
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp paprika
- ¼ ground black pepper
- ¼ cayenne pepper
For the toppings (all optional): - ½ cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup chopped romaine lettuce
- ½ cup diced tomatoes
- ¼ cup diced jalapeños
- ¼ cup light sour cream
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Frank’s RedHot Original Hot Sauce
What You Have to Do:
- Prepare the chicken. In a small bowl, combine dry spices and stir to mix. In a large bowl, combine the chicken with oil, lime, and add the taco seasoning. Coat chicken, cover, and marinate for 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Cook the rice according to this cilantro lime rice recipe.
- Grill chicken on medium/high heat, about 4 min per side, depending on thickness of chicken. Be sure centre of chicken is not pink and do not over-cook. Set aside and slice vertically for desired thickness.
- You can warm the pita bread in the oven at 350 for 3-5 minutes, if desired. Top pitas with chicken, rice, black beans, lettuce, tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, sour cream, and cheddar cheese. Try not to overload with toppings as it will be hard to roll the pita afterwards. Fold the bottom of the pita up, and the left and right sides across. Use a toothpick to hold in place. Serve.
- You may wrap them in foil and store in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Enjoy and I hope you have a fabulous family day long weekend! From my family to yours,
