Description
BBQ Chicken Burrito Melt is the ultimate comfort food that combines tender, smoky chicken with gooey cheese and zesty spices wrapped in a warm tortilla. Perfect for cozy evenings or entertaining friends, this dish delivers restaurant-quality flavors with minimal effort. With its vibrant presentation and adaptability for various dietary needs, you’ll have a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to impress. Get ready to elevate your mealtime experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup sour cream
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tsp hot sauce (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, place on a baking sheet, and roast for 25-30 minutes until cooked through. Shred the chicken using two forks.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until well-coated.
- Lay tortillas flat and fill each with BBQ chicken, black beans, and cheddar cheese. Roll tightly.
- Place burritos seam-side down in a greased baking dish, top with extra cheese, and bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before slicing in half and serve with sour cream, lime juice drizzle, or cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 1060mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg