Grilled Chicken Burrito

Tender Grilled Chicken with Pico de Gallo, Mexican rice, Guacamole all wrapped up in a flour tortilla.

How to make Grilled Chicken Burrito

Combine all marinade ingredients together. Marinate chicken in a resealable bag or container for at least 2-3 hours or overnight.

Remove chicken from marinade, and discard marinade.  

Grill on medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until done (165°F internal temp).

• Remove chicken from grill and place on cutting board. Dice the chicken into 1/2 inch cubes. 

• Place diced chicken in the center of a flour tortilla, then a spoonful of rice, beans, Pico de Gallo, or favorite fillings.

Additional Add-ins for Chicken Burrito

Sour Cream, or Mexican Crema

Corn kernels

Shredded lettuce

Pickled Jalapeños

Sliced Avocados

Sliced Olives, sliced red onions

Pinto, Black, Kidney beans.

How to Make a Grilled Chicken Bowl instead of a burrito

Start with a large bowl,  add a layer of rice, beans, cheese, chicken strips, and any fillings you like, top with pico de gallo, and guacamole. Enjoy!

Grilled Chicken Burrito
Author: The Busy Abuelita
Prep Time: 2 hours
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serves 6

Ingredients:

Meat:

2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs

Marinade

1 tsp. sea salt

1 tsp. chili powder

1/4 tsp.garlic powder

1/4 tsp. ground cumin

1/2 cup lime juice

2 tbsp. olive oil, or vegetable oil

For Burrito or Rice Bowl

Flour Burrito-size tortillas

2 cups cooked Mexican rice or cooked white rice.(warm)

1 can (14oz.) black or pinto beans (warm)

Pico de Gallo salsa

1 cup shredded cheese

Guacamole (optional) 

Directions:

• Combine all marinade ingredients together. Marinate chicken in a resealable bag or container for at least 2-3 hours or overnight.
• Remove chicken from marinade, and discard marinade.  Grill on medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until done (165°F internal temp).

• Remove chicken from grill and place on cutting board. Dice the chicken into 1/2 inch cubes. 

• Place diced chicken in the center of a flour tortilla, then a spoonful of rice, beans, add Pico de Gallo, or Guacamole.

• Salt and pepper to taste. Fold in sides, and roll up the burrito. Enjoy!