Parmesan Garlic Chicken Burritos
Parmesan Garlic Chicken Burritos are a delightful twist on traditional burritos, featuring tender chicken, aromatic garlic, and rich Parmesan cheese all wrapped in warm tortillas. Perfect for busy weeknights or impressing friends at gatherings, this recipe is easy to follow and yields mouthwatering results. Each bite delivers a comforting burst of flavor that will leave everyone craving more.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (cilantro or parsley)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, drizzle with olive oil, and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté minced garlic in olive oil until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Cook seasoned chicken in the skillet for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach at least 165°F).
- Shred or dice the cooked chicken. In each tortilla, layer chicken, Parmesan cheese, and a dollop of sour cream mixed with fresh herbs.
- Roll the tortillas tightly, place seam-side down in the baking dish, and bake for about 10 minutes until heated through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 335
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - Customize your burritos by adding bell peppers or spinach. - For extra kick, add hot sauce or swap out chicken for shredded beef or sautéed veggies. - Store leftovers wrapped tightly in foil; they can be reheated at 350°F for about 15 minutes.