Name: Chicken Freezer Burritos
Prep time: 25 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil or avocado oil; 0.5 cup chopped red onion; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 (15 ounce) can low-sodium black beans, rinsed; 0.5 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; 0.5 teaspoon grated lime zest; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; 0.25 teaspoon salt; 4 (8 inch) whole-wheat tortillas

Chicken Freezer Burritos

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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

Prep Time:

25 mins

Additional Time:

5 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 burritos

Nutrition Profile:

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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.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

375	Calories
9g	Fat
44g	Carbs
27g	Protein

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.