Burritos with Marinated Lemon Chicken

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This recipe for burritos with marinated lemon chicken is a delicious and flavorful twist on a classic Mexican dish. The tender and juicy chicken is marinated in a zesty lemon marinade, adding a refreshing citrusy taste to the dish. The burritos are then filled with the marinated chicken, along with a combination of tasty ingredients like black beans, rice, cheese, and salsa. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing meal for gatherings.

Keywords: burritos, marinated lemon chicken, Mexican dish, zesty, flavorful.

Burritos with marinated lemon chicken recipe details

Burritos with marinated lemon chicken recipe, recipe Rating: 4.7
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Fresh, healthy burritos you can feed your tribe with or make ahead for lunches.
Ready in: 1 hour 25 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 4

• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/4 cup + 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed
• 1 large onion, sliced
• 2 green onions, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
• 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
• 1/4 cup minced cilantro
• 4 large tortillas
• 2 cups hot cooked rice
• 1/2 cup salsa

Preparation method

Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Extra time: 1 hour, marinating

1. First, combine 2 tablespoons lemon juice and 1/4 cup olive oil in a large plastic resealable bag. Add the chicken, seal the bag, and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 1 hour to marinate.
2. Heat remaining 2 teaspoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the onions and garlic in the hot oil, stirring, for about 5 minutes. Then pour in the marinated chicken and sprinkle with cumin, salt, and pepper. Continue to cook for about 5 minutes, until chicken is no longer pink in the middle.
3. Add tomatoes, cilantro, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice to the skillet. Portion out the mixture onto the tortillas, add equal amounts of rice to each burrito, and top with salsa. Roll up and serve.