Naked Chicken Burrito
THE ONLY THING MISSING FROM THIS FILLING BURRITO IS THE TORTILLA, HENCE THE NAME OF THE DISH. IF YOUR MEAL JUST ISN’T COMPLETE WITHOUT IT, BY ALL MEANS ENCLOSE ALL THE INGREDIENTS FOR THIS POPULAR FAVORITE IN A FLOUR TORTILLA AND ENJOY.
Chicken Marinade
1 (1-ounce) package fajita seasoning mix
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/4 cup warm water
1/4 cup canola oil
1 (8-ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast
Black Beans
1 (14-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Guacamole
1 large avocado, pitted
1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced
1 Roma tomato, diced
1/2 small red onion, diced
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup cooked rice
Toppings
Pico de Gallo
Sour cream
Picante salsa
1. Do ahead: Whisk together the ingredients for the Chicken Marinade. Put the chicken breast in a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over it. Push the air out of the bag and seal it. Refrigerate the chicken at least 4 hours, or overnight.
2. Do ahead: Heat the Black Beans with the spices. Set aside and keep warm until ready to use, or refrigerate, covered. Reheat before making the burritos.
3. Do ahead: To make the Guacamole, mash the avocado pulp with a fork, then mix in the remaining ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, until ready to use.
4. Light a charcoal barbecue or heat a gas grill to medium. Clean the grate and coat it with vegetable oil.
5. Shake off the excess marinade and grill the chicken 5 to 6 minutes per side, turning once, or until it is cooked through and no longer pink in the center. Let it rest for 10 minutes, then cut it into thin slices or strips.
6. To assemble the Naked Chicken Burrito, spoon some of the cooked rice into the center of a warmed plate. Top it with the black beans and grilled chicken. Layer the burrito with your choice of toppings, then finish it with a spoonful of guacamole.
Serves 2
Dress up your naked plate with a bed of shredded lettuce and diced tomatoes.