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Smothered Honey Lime Chicken Burritos


  • Author: Chef Lalybeth
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Easy and irresistible burritos featuring honey lime chicken smothered in a flavorful sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts
  • Juice of 2 limes
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 large flour tortillas
  • 1 cup shredded cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix chicken with lime juice, honey, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Let it sit for 10 minutes.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until fully done, about 10 minutes.
  3. Assemble the burritos: Lay out tortillas and add cooked chicken, shredded cheese, sour cream, onions, and cilantro.
  4. Fold the burritos and place them in a baking dish.
  5. Smother with additional sauce if desired and bake at 350Β°F for 10 minutes until cheese melts.

Notes

Use fresh limes for the best flavor; adjust honey for sweetness preference.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Main
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Calories: 550
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Fat: 25g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Protein: 35g