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crispy parmesan garlic chicken burritos cut open with melted cheese inside
TINSUF RECIPES

Crispy Parmesan Garlic Chicken Burritos

Golden, crunchy burritos stuffed with pan-fried parmesan chicken and gooey cheese—all ready in 30 minutes for a bold and satisfying dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 19 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 580
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Ingredients:
  • - 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
  • - 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
  • - 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • - 1 tsp garlic powder
  • - 1/2 tsp paprika
  • - 1 tsp salt
  • - 1/8 tsp pepper
  • - 2 tbsp olive oil
  • - 1 cup shredded mozzarella or Monterey Jack cheese
  • - 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • - 2–3 large flour tortillas
  • - 1 tbsp butter
  • - Chopped parsley garnish

Equipment

  • Equipment
  • - Mixing bowl
  • - Large skillet
  • - Cutting board
  • - Spatula
  • - Airtight storage (optional)

Method
 

  1. Instructions:
  2. Mix breadcrumbs, parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Dredge chicken strips in the mixture until coated.
  4. Pan-fry chicken in olive oil over medium heat, 3–4 minutes per side.
  5. Let rest, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Lay tortillas flat. Add cheese, crispy chicken, and red pepper flakes.
  7. Fold and roll burritos tightly.
  8. Toast in buttered skillet until golden and crispy.
  9. Garnish with parsley, slice, and serve.

Notes

Notes:
- Substitute chicken with roasted veggies for a vegetarian version.
- Best served hot with ranch or chipotle mayo.
- For storage, wrap tightly in foil and keep refrigerated up to 3 days.