Healthy Regional Recipes Healthy Latin American Recipes Healthy Mexican Recipes Healthy Burrito Recipes Chicken Freezer Burritos 4.0 (1) Transform leftover chicken into a hearty burrito filling! You will be thrilled to have a stash of frozen burritos on hand that you can microwave for an instant healthy lunch or on-the-go dinner for a busy night. By Lauren Grant Updated on July 9, 2019 Print Share Share Tweet Pin Email Prep Time: 25 mins Additional Time: 5 mins Total Time: 30 mins Servings: 4 Yield: 4 burritos Nutrition Profile: Bone Health Egg Free Healthy Aging Healthy Immunity Healthy Pregnancy High Calcium High-Protein Low-Calorie Nut-Free Soy-Free Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil ½ cup chopped red onion 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 (15 ounce) can low-sodium black beans, rinsed ½ cup water 1 tablespoon minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce 2 cups shredded cooked chicken 2 cups chopped kale 1 cup reduced-fat sharp Cheddar cheese 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro ½ teaspoon grated lime zest (Optional) 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice ¼ teaspoon salt 4 (8 inch) whole-wheat tortillas Directions Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook, stirring often, until the onion starts to soften, about 2 minutes. Add beans, water and chipotle; bring to a simmer, mashing slightly with the back of a spatula. Stir in chicken and kale; cook until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from heat. Stir in Cheddar, cilantro, lime zest, lime juice and salt. Spread 3/4 cup filling on the bottom third of each tortilla, then roll tightly, burrito-style. Individually wrap the burritos tightly in foil and place in a sealable plastic bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat one frozen burrito, unwrap and transfer to a microwave-safe plate. Cover with a paper towel and microwave on High until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes. Tips To make ahead: Prepare through Step 2 and freeze for up to 3 months. Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 375 Calories 9g Fat 44g Carbs 27g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 4 Calories 375 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 44g 16% Dietary Fiber 1g 3% Total Sugars 4g Protein 27g 53% Total Fat 9g 11% Saturated Fat 2g 12% Cholesterol 30mg 10% Vitamin A 1124IU 22% Vitamin C 12mg 14% Folate 47mcg 12% Sodium 854mg 37% Calcium 291mg 22% Iron 4mg 20% Magnesium 70mg 17% Potassium 417mg 9% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved