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High Protein Queso Burrito

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Servings 2
Calories 937kcal

Ingredients

Rice

  • 1/3 cup Brown rice

Cucumber Water

  • 24 oz Water
  • 8 slices Cucumber
  • Ice cubes optional

Chicken Filling

  • 1 tsp Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 8 oz Chicken breast boneless skinless thinly sliced
  • 1 TBSP Taco seasoning

High Protein Queso Sauce

  • 1 cup Cottage cheese
  • 3/4 cup Red enchilada sauce
  • 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese shredded

Mix-Ins

  • 3/4 cup Pico de gallo

Burrito Assembly

  • 2 Whole wheat tortillas burrito size
  • Fresh cilantro optional

Chips and Guacamole

  • 1 Avocado
  • 1/4 cup Tomatoes diced
  • 2 tsp Fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 TBSP Lime juice
  • 1/4 tsp Garlic powder
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 oz Tortilla chips

Instructions

  • Prep all ingredients per the instructions above.
  • Cook the rice according to the directions on the package. Once tender season with salt and pepper.
  • Add the cucumber slices to a pitcher of water and refrigerate while preparing the meal. Add ice if desired before serving.
  • Heat the olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and taco seasoning and cook, stirring, until fully cooked through.
  • Queso sauce: In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese, enchilada sauce, and shredded cheddar cheese. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Pour the queso sauce into the skillet with the cooked chicken and stir. Cook briefly until heated through and slightly thickened.
  • Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the pico de gallo until combined.
  • Warm the tortillas until soft and pliable.
  • Assemble the burritos by layering the rice, chicken queso mixture, and cilantro if using. Fold in the ends and roll into burritos.
  • Mash the avocado in a bowl. Add the diced tomatoes, chopped cilantro, lime juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, and mix until combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Serve the burritos with tortilla chips and guacamole on the side and cucumber water.

Nutrition

Calories: 937kcal | Carbohydrates: 101g | Protein: 51g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Cholesterol: 105mg | Sodium: 2440mg | Potassium: 1260mg | Fiber: 15g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 1773IU | Vitamin C: 24mg | Calcium: 344mg | Iron: 4mg