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Healthy Buffalo Chicken Burrito

Spice Up Your Meal with a Nutritious Buffalo Chicken Burrito

4servings
30 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Healthy Buffalo Chicken Burrito

About this recipe

This flavorful Buffalo Chicken Burrito offers a spicy kick in a healthier package. Using lean chicken breast, tangy Greek yogurt, and whole wheat tortillas, this recipe ensures a nutritious meal that doesn't skimp on taste. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner, these burritos are packed with protein and sure to satisfy your cravings while keeping your health goals on track.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup blue cheese crumbles
  • 1/4 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 4 whole wheat tortillas
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. 1

    Cook chicken breasts until no longer pink, then shred.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce and Greek yogurt.

  3. 3

    Stir in blue cheese crumbles, celery, and green onions.

  4. 4

    Lay tortillas flat and evenly distribute the chicken mixture across them.

  5. 5

    Top each with brown rice, black beans, and cheddar cheese.

  6. 6

    Roll up tortillas tightly, folding in the sides.

  7. 7

    Optionally, heat burritos in a skillet for a crispy exterior.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately or wrap in foil to save for later.

Chef's tip

For added crispiness, toast the burritos in a skillet before serving.

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