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Smothered Honey Lime Chicken Burritos


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  • Author: Maya Thornwell
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

Flour tortillas stuffed with honey lime shredded chicken, cilantro lime rice, and pinto beans, then smothered in a rich creamy salsa verde sauce and topped with melted Colby Jack and mozzarella. A bold, satisfying weeknight dinner that comes together fast thanks to rotisserie chicken.


Ingredients

For the Burritos:

  • 1 package fresh flour tortillas
  • ¼ cup lime juice
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 rotisserie chicken, meat removed and shredded
  • 2 cups cooked cilantro lime rice
  • 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained and warmed
  • 12 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese
  • 12 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Salsa or pico de gallo, for serving
  • Chopped cilantro, for garnish

For the Sauce:

  • 1 (16-ounce) jar Herdez salsa verde
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or to taste)


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a large baking dish and set aside.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, combine lime juice, honey, minced garlic, and chili powder. Stir and cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened and fragrant.
  3. Add the shredded rotisserie chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the honey lime mixture. Cook for another 3–4 minutes until heated through.
  4. Warm the tortillas slightly so they’re pliable. Lay one flat and layer with cilantro lime rice, pinto beans, and a generous scoop of honey lime chicken. Top with a sprinkle of both cheeses, then roll tightly into a burrito. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  5. Place burritos seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
  6. In a bowl, stir together the salsa verde and heavy cream until combined. Pour the sauce evenly over all the burritos.
  7. Top generously with the remaining shredded Colby Jack and mozzarella.
  8. Bake for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden at the edges.
  9. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with salsa or pico de gallo.

Notes

  • Warm your tortillas before rolling to prevent cracking.
  • Use a rotisserie chicken for maximum flavor and minimum effort.
  • Adjust the amount of heavy cream to make the sauce richer or lighter to your taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins