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Pulled Chicken Burritos – Simple Chicken Recipes Made Delicious

These pulled chicken burritos are our answer to dinner burnout. We’ve all had those nights where we’re staring blankly into the fridge, silently judging a jar of salsa and a half-wilted bunch of cilantro. That’s how this recipe was born—out of sheer hunger and mild desperation. Here’s the thing: you don’t need a dozen fancy ingredients to pull together something amazing. Just give me some chicken, a warm tortilla, and something creamy to tie it all together. When I first tested this recipe, I had a toddler tugging at my leg and a Zoom call in five minutes. And you know what? It still turned out ridiculously good. This is one of those simple chicken recipes that you can throw together with your eyes half-closed, and somehow it still ends up looking like it came from a cozy little food truck that smells like lime and grilled peppers. It’s one of my go-to simple healthy chicken recipes when I want something satisfying without overthinking it.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Keywords: chicken recipes, Easy Chicken Meals, recipe on the grill, Recipe simple, Simple Healthy Chicken Recipes, Simple Recipe
Servings: 4 burritos
Author: Eleanor

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1/2 cup cooked rice
  • 1/2 cup canned black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup corn kernels
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and sear for 2–3 minutes per side.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth, add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes, or until the chicken is tender.
  3. Shred the chicken using two forks right in the skillet to soak up all those flavorful juices.
  4. Warm the tortillas slightly to make them easier to fold.
  5. To each tortilla, add a scoop of rice, black beans, corn, shredded chicken, cheese, avocado slices, and a dollop of sour cream.
  6. Roll up the burrito by folding in the sides first, then rolling from the bottom up tightly.
  7. Serve as is, or grill lightly for a crispy finish. Garnish with cilantro if you're feeling fancy.