Salsa Chicken Burrito Filling
Salsa Chicken Burrito Filling features tender, shredded chicken simmered with tomato sauce, salsa, and taco spices for a bold, saucy bite. The garlic, cumin, and chili powder build layered heat and smokiness, ideal for wrapping in warm tortillas or meal-prepping for busy weeknights. It’s savory, juicy, and perfectly seasoned for customizable burritos.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Place the chicken breasts and tomato sauce in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Bring to a boil, then add the salsa, seasoning, cumin, garlic, and chili powder. Let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- 2
Using a fork, pull the chicken meat into thin strands. Continue cooking the shredded chicken and sauce, covered, for another 5 to 10 minutes. Add hot sauce to taste and stir to combine. (Note: Add a little water if it cooks too hot and becomes too thick.)
- Calories 294.06 kcal Moderate
- Protein 27.5 g Good Source
- Carbs 32.1 g Moderate
- Total Fat 2.99 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.34 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 72.48 mg High
- Sodium 799.84 mg High
- Fiber 2.71 g Low Source
- Sugar 2.99 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 1.67 g Low Source
- Calcium 26.03 mg Low Source
- Iron 2.4 mg Moderate
- Potassium 208.93 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 169.38 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 6.07 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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