Munson Health
 
Bell Pepper Chicken Burritos

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size½ of recipe
Calories333
Total Fat13 g
Saturated Fat4 g
Sodium349 mg
Total Carbohydrate31 g
Dietary Fiber2.5 g
Protein22 g
 

Servings and Times

Servings2
 

Ingredients and Preparation

IngredientsMeasures
Canola oil2 teaspoons
Chicken breast, cut into ¾ inch pieces¼ pound
Orange bell pepper, diced½
Yellow onion, diced1 tablespoon
Garlic clove, minced1
Dried cilantro¼ teaspoon
Cumin¼ teaspoon
Medium tomato, diced½
Cheddar cheese, grated½ cup
Wheat tortillas (7 ½-inch diameter)2
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 350˚F.
  2. Heat canola oil in a medium to large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, bell pepper, onion, garlic, cilantro, and cumin. Cook, stirring regularly, until chicken is cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Stir in tomatoes and cheese.
  3. Portion burrito filling into tortillas, roll tightly, and fold ends under. Place seam-side down, in a small baking dish coated with cooking spray.
  4. Bake 10-15 minutes, until heated through.
 

Exchanges
2 very lean meats; 1 high-fat meat substitute; 1.5 starches; 1 fat

Side Suggestions: Avocado Salad
Dice a ½ avocado, ½ orange bell pepper, ½ medium tomato, and 2 tablespoons yellow onion. Combine together in a large bowl. Toss with the juice of ½ a lime, a dash of salt, and pepper to taste. (For ½ of recipe) 102 calories; 9 g carbohydrate; 2 g protein; 8 g fat (1 g sat); 3 g fiber; 87 mg sodium. Exchanges: 2 vegetables; 1 fat.

Refried Beans