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Golden brown toasted chicken avocado burritos sliced in half on a wooden board
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Easy Chicken Avocado Burritos

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 485kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 1 large ripe avocado, pitted and diced
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 4 large flour tortillas (10-inch)
  • 1 tablespoon neutral high-smoke point oil

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, diced avocado, cheese, cilantro, yogurt, lime juice, garlic powder, and cumin.
  • Incorporate ingredients gently using a folding motion to maintain avocado cube integrity while ensuring uniform spice distribution.
  • Place 25% of the chicken mixture onto the center of each flour tortilla.
  • Fold the lateral edges of the tortilla inward by approximately 2 inches, then roll from the proximal edge to the distal edge to form a tight cylinder.
  • Preheat a heavy-bottomed skillet or cast iron pan over medium heat and apply a thin film of oil.
  • Place burritos in the skillet with the seam side facing down to facilitate heat-sealing.
  • Cook for 120-180 seconds per side until the external surface achieves a golden-brown hue and internal cheese reaches its melting point.
  • Remove from heat and let rest for 60 seconds before slicing diagonally to serve.