Description
This Taco Bell Chicken Burrito copycat recipe delivers bold Tex-Mex flavors with seasoned chicken, creamy jalapeño sauce, fluffy rice, and melted cheese wrapped in a warm tortilla. Quick, customizable, and perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Try it today!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1/4 cup water
For the Rice:
- 1 cup white rice, cooked
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp chopped cilantro (optional)
For the Creamy Jalapeño Sauce:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp pickled jalapeño juice
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
For Assembly:
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- 1/2 cup refried beans (optional)
- 1/2 cup salsa or pico de gallo
- 1/4 cup chopped lettuce (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken breasts and sprinkle with taco seasoning. Cook for 6-8 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Add water to the skillet to deglaze and create a flavorful sauce. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Shred or dice the chicken and set aside.
- Make the Rice:
- Cook rice according to package instructions.
- Once cooked, stir in cumin, chili powder, lime juice, and cilantro (if using). Set aside.
- Prepare the Creamy Jalapeño Sauce:
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, jalapeño juice, garlic powder, paprika, and cumin until smooth.
- Adjust seasonings to taste and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Assemble the Burrito:
- Warm tortillas in a dry skillet or microwave.
- Spread a thin layer of refried beans (if using) on the center of each tortilla.
- Add layers of seasoned rice, chicken, shredded cheese, and salsa or pico de gallo.
- Drizzle with creamy jalapeño sauce and sprinkle with chopped lettuce (if desired).
- Roll the Burrito:
- Fold in the sides of the tortilla, then roll it up tightly from the bottom.
- Place the burrito seam-side down in a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes to seal and lightly toast.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.
- Make the creamy sauce in advance to save time during assembly.
- To prevent burritos from falling apart, don’t overfill and warm tortillas before rolling.
- Freeze burritos individually wrapped in foil for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Keywords: Taco Bell Chicken Burrito, Copycat Chicken Burrito Recipe, Homemade Tex-Mex Burrito, Easy Chicken Burrito Recipe, Weeknight Tex-Mex Meals