Make Ahead Chicken Burritos Recipes

MAKE-AHEAD CHICKEN BURRITOS

Steps:

• In a large non-stick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook chicken, covered, until browned and cooked through, about 12 minutes. Cool slightly and shred. Transfer to a bowl and mix with onion and salsa.
• Divide mixture evenly between tortillas. Sprnkle with cheese. Fold in sides, and roll up to enclose filling. Wrap individually in parchment paper and store in a resealable plastic freezer bag to freeze.
• To serve, microwave, one at a time, on HIGH until the filling is hot, about 2 minutes from frozen or 1 minute from fresh. Let stand at least 2 minutes before eating. Alternatively, remove parchment paper, wrap in foil, and bake in a 350F oven for abour 20 minutes from frozen or cook unwrapped in a panini press , grill pan, or skillet until tortilla is golden, filling is hot and cheese is melted, about 8 minutes, from fresh.

MAKE-AHEAD BURRITOS

Steps:

• In a large skillet, combine the meat, salsa, beans, chilies, seasoning and water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until heated through., Spoon about 1/3 cup off-center on each tortilla; top with a cheese strip. Fold edge of tortilla nearest filling over to cover. Fold ends of tortilla over filling and roll up. Wrap individually in aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 2 months., To use frozen burritos: Place foil packets on a baking sheet. Bake at 350° for 50 minutes or until heated through. If thawed, bake for 25-30 minutes.

MAKE-AHEAD BURRITOS

Steps:

• Combine rice, water, and taco seasoning in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until tender, 35 to 40 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool; it will be soggy.
• Combine black beans, pinto beans, corn, salsa, onion, cumin, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; toss to mix. Mix in cooked rice, Cheddar, and Monterey Jack.
• Divide the bean-rice mixture evenly among the tortillas and roll up.
• Spray a cookie sheet lightly with cooking spray. Lay tortillas in a single layer on the cookie sheet and place in the freezer until fully frozen, about 2 hours. Wrap each tortilla in plastic wrap or foil and place in a large zip-top bag to store in the freezer until ready to use.

CHICKEN BURRITOS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°. In a Dutch oven, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion and pepper; cook and stir until tender. Stir in flour until blended; gradually stir in broth. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 2 minutes. Reduce heat; stir in tomatoes, seasonings and, if desired, jalapeno. Cook 5 minutes. Add chili and cream cheese; stir until cream cheese is melted. Stir in chicken., Spoon about 1/2 cup filling across center of each tortilla; sprinkle each with 1/4 cup Colby-Monterey Jack cheese. Fold bottom and sides over filling and roll up. Place in 2 greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. , Bake, covered, 35-40 minutes or until heated through. If desired, serve with salsa. Freeze option: Cool unbaked burritos; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 350°. Cover burritos with foil; bake as directed, increasing baking time to 50-55 minutes or until heated through and a thermometer inserted in center reads 160°.

WEEKDAY MEAL-PREP CHICKEN BURRITO BOWLS RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 400˚F (200˚C).
• Line a baking sheet with foil.
• Place the chicken, peppers, and onions onto the baking sheet and drizzle with oil.
• Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
• Sprinkle salt and pepper on the bell peppers and onions, tossing to coat.
• Top each chicken breast with a generous pour of salsa.
• Bake in a preheated oven for 25 minutes.
• Rest chicken for 10 minutes, before slicing into strips.
• Add a base of brown rice to 4 food storage containers. Top each with a scoop of black beans, corn, additional salsa, cheddar cheese, cooked bell peppers, and onions, and sliced chicken. Garnish with fresh cilantro and a lime wedge.
• Store in the refrigerator (and enjoy any extras immediately). Can be kept refrigerated for up to 4 days.
• Enjoy!

MAKE-AHEAD CHICKEN ENCHILADAS

Steps:

• Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and just beginning to brown, about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in chicken, pimentos, and cream cheese. Season with salt and set aside.
• Heat 1/8 inch oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Use tongs to dip 1 tortilla into the hot oil just until it blisters and turns limp, about 3 seconds; do not fry until firm or crisp. Continue with remaining tortillas, stacking them on a plate between paper towels when heated.
• Spoon about 1/3 cup filling down the center of each tortilla, then roll to enclose. Place enchiladas, seam-side down, in a 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
• When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
• Remove enchiladas from the refrigerator. Spoon cream over top and sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese.
• Bake, covered, in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Uncover and bake until hot and bubbly, about 15 minutes longer.