Loaded with juicy shredded rotisserie chicken, hearty black beans, sweet corn, and sautéed peppers, everything is brought together with a creamy green chile cottage cheese sauce that’s both rich and nutritious.
Golden and crispy on the outside, warm and cheesy on the inside—these burritos are perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or grab-and-go lunches
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 8 burritos)
🌯 Filling
- 1 lb (450 g) pulled rotisserie chicken
- 3 cups frozen onions and peppers
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup (140 g) frozen fire-roasted corn
- 8 flour protein tortillas (or regular tortillas)
🧀 Creamy Cheese Sauce
- 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
- 4 oz diced green chiles
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1–2 tablespoons water (as needed)
🧀 Finishing
- 2 oz Colby Jack cheese, shredded
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Make the cheese sauce
In a blender or food processor:
- Add cottage cheese, green chiles, and taco seasoning
- Blend until smooth and creamy
- Add water if needed to thin the mixture
➡️ Set aside
2. Cook the filling
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat
- Add frozen onions and peppers
- Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened
Then add:
- Shredded chicken
- Black beans
- Corn
➡️ Cook for another 2–3 minutes until heated through
3. Combine
- Remove from heat
- Stir in the cheese sauce until everything is well coated and creamy
4. Assemble burritos
- Add a generous portion of filling to each tortilla
- Roll tightly into burritos
5. Grill
- Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat
- Cook burritos for 30–60 seconds per side
➡️ Until golden brown and crispy
💡 Tips
✔ Use store-bought rotisserie chicken to save time
✔ Don’t skip grilling—it adds texture and flavor
✔ Adjust spice level with hot sauce or jalapeños 🌶️
✔ Perfect for meal prep and reheating
🔄 Variations
✨ Low-carb: use low-carb or high-protein tortillas
✨ Vegetarian: replace chicken with beans or tofu
✨ Extra cheesy: add shredded cheese inside before rolling
✨ Spicy: add chipotle sauce or jalapeños
❓ FAQs
Can I freeze these burritos?
Yes! Wrap individually and freeze for up to 2 months.
How do I reheat them?
Reheat in a skillet or oven for best texture 🔥
Can I substitute cottage cheese?
Yes, use cream cheese or thick Greek yogurt instead
🍽️ Serving Suggestions
- Fresh green salad 🥗
- Guacamole 🥑
- Salsa or pico de gallo 🍅
- Mexican-style rice