Parmesan Garlic Chicken Burritos
Parmesan Garlic Chicken Burritos are a flavor-packed delight that combines tender chicken, rich garlic cream sauce, and savory Parmesan cheese, all wrapped in soft tortillas. Perfect for family dinners or entertaining friends on Taco Tuesday, these burritos are quick to prepare and can be customized to suit any taste. Experience a fiesta of flavors in every cheesy bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated fresh Parmesan cheese
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and cook seasoned chicken breasts for about 7-8 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from heat and let rest before shredding.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine heavy cream, minced garlic, and Italian seasoning. Stir until heated through (about 5 minutes).
- Lay tortillas flat; place shredded chicken down the center of each tortilla, sprinkle with Parmesan, and drizzle with garlic cream sauce.
- Roll tightly and place seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Pour remaining sauce over burritos and sprinkle with additional Parmesan.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito (250g)
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, marinate the chicken in garlic and Parmesan overnight. - Swap chicken for shrimp or veggies to customize to your liking. - Serve with fresh salsa or guacamole for extra zest.