This copycat Chipotle Chicken Burrito is filling, easy to make, and just as good as the original. It’s the perfect meal for entertaining, meal prep, or a busy weeknight meal. It doesn’t get better than Chipotle on repeat!
Chipotle has a cult following and for good reason. Their healthy and delicious chipotle menu keeps people coming back again and again. I will show you how to create your own chipotle burritos, right in the comfort of your own home. No more standing in line and there’s always a double scoop of chicken.
Recipe Notes
This is one of the best meal prep recipes. I’m willing to go to bat with anyone on this. haha! I love making this at the beginning of the week and having in the fridge as leftovers for several days. What is better than Chipotle on repeat!?!
This can easily be made with chicken breasts or chicken thighs. The chicken thighs will be a little more tender and juicy but chicken breast is inexpensive and has tons of flavor too. The preferred method for cooking this is definitly on the grill but the oven works too.
Get ready for one of the best recipes on my site. I’m so excited to share this with you! I hope you love it as much as we do!
Copycat Chipotle Burrito Recipe
If you are anything like my family, during a crazy busy month you may find yourself wondering if there is a Chipotle nearby and ordering carryout more than you would care to admit. While it’s convenient, it can also begin to add up. These copycat Chipotle Chicken Burritos were born out of an “aha” moment when I realized that my family’s favorite menu item is actually perfect for meal prepping.
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If you’re looking for some Healthy Chicken Recipes, Be sure to check out my list here for some dinner inspiration.
Chipotle Burrito Ingredients
- Chipotle Black Beans – these are cooked with onions, cumin, garlic, chili powder, oregano and bay leaves, then finished with a splash of fresh lime juice. The recipe calls for dried black beans, but if you need to save some time, you can also use canned beans.
- Chipotle Chicken – we usually use chicken breast, but chicken thighs would make a great substitute. The marinade is made from a blend of onions, garlic, adobo sauce (canned chipotle chiles), brown sugar, lime juice, and a blend of spices.
- Cilantro Lime Rice – for maximum flavor, we cook white rice in chicken broth along with green chilis, butter and garlic. Once it’s cooked, fluff and stir in lime juice, cilantro and salt. You can also substitute brown rice if you’d like, or eliminate the cilantro if you aren’t a fan. This can be made in the rice cooker, easy peasy.
- Guacamole – this recipe is made with just a few simple ingredients like red onion, cilantro, cayenne, tomatoes and lime juice. Make it as chunky or creamy as you want! If you are short on time, go ahead and grab some premade from the grocery store.
- Salsa– This is a quick and easy salsa recipe you will be making on repeat!
Burrito Toppings
- Flour Tortillas – try and find either “burrito” or medium size.
- Protein– Chicken, Shredded Pork Carnita, Carne Asada
- Beans– Black Beans, Refried Beans
- Rice- Lime Rice, Spanish Rice,
- Protien- Chicken, Shredded Pork Carnita, Carne Asada
- Shredded Cheese – we usually use shredded cheddar but you could also use a cheddar blend, pepperjack or any other type of shredded cheese that you like. Mexican queso also tastes great!
- Sour Cream – either full fat or lite.
- Salsa – use your favorite brand of salsa, pico de gallo or hot sauce (or both).
- Classic Toppings– Guacamole, Fresh Salsa, Pico De Gallo, Lettuce, or Fresh Tomatoes
- Pepper Jack Queso is another fun Chipotle Copycat recipe too.
How to Make This Chipotle Burritos Recipe
- Prepare each component. Make the Chipotle Black Beans, Copycat Chipotle Chicken, Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice, and Homemade Guacamole per the instructions in each recipe and set each aside in separate containers as you prepare to build your burritos.
- Warm tortillas. Heat a large griddle over medium high heat and add a tortilla. Let warm for about 1 minute, then flip and warm the other side for about 45 seconds. Wrap in a kitchen towel to keep warm, then repeat with the rest of the tortillas.
- Assemble the burritos. Place one tortillas on a flat surface. Add rice, chicken, guacamole, beans, and any combination of other toppings that you like, such as shredded cheese, fresh chopped cilantro, sour cream, salsa or hot sauce.
- Roll. Begin rolling by tucking in the sides of the tortilla and then rolling from one side as you tuck the toppings in.
- Serve. Wrap in aluminum foil to keep warm, or eat immediately. Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions
Yup – you can make both the finished burritos and all of the components ahead of time. Finished burritos can be made, wrapped in foil and stored in the fridge for 24 hours, then reheated just before serving.
Yes! Burritos freeze amazingly well. Just make sure they are completely cool, then wrap in aluminum foil and place into freezer bags. You can keep them stored this way for up to 2 months!
You can reheat as many or as few burritos at a time as you would like. Just pull from the freezer, remove the aluminum foil, place on a microwave-safe dish and cover the burrito gently in a paper towel.
Microwave for about 3-4 minutes, or until warmed through. You will probably want to stop and check after about 2 minutes.
If you or someone in your house is more of a Chipotle bowl menu fan, easy peasy! Just scoop a portion of each into a bowl or wide-rimmed plate. You could even transfer each ingredient to its own separate bowl and let people build their own.
Recipe Tips and Variations
- Rather than grilling or roasting your chicken, save some time by substituting rotisserie chicken. Toss it into a medium bowl and flavor it with some of the same ingredients that you would have used in your marinade or just a sprinkle of taco seasoning. It won’t be as close to the original, but still delicious.
- For easy meal prep, freezer burritos are the way to go. If you know you are going to have a busy month, these are a great meal prep item to make and freeze for later. Add your meat, shredded cheese, beans and rice. You can add your fresh toppings after you warm up your burrito.
- Feel free to swap out any of the components and toppings depending on what you like and what you have on hand.
- If you are serving a larger group and want to provide a gluten-free option, try making a build-your-own-burrito station. Put all of the components and toppings into separate bowls with the tortillas on the side in a warm towel.
- Use leftovers to make Chicken Tacos, Chicken Quesadillas, Taquitos, or a Burrito Bowl.
- You could just as easily sub the chicken to make them veggie burritos, with chicken tenders, or substitute Chipotle Steak or these Chili Steak Bites – yum!
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Storing and Reheating
- Storing Instructions: store leftover burritos in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: wrap each burrito in aluminum foil and then transfer to freezer bags. Store frozen for up to 2 months.
- To reheat: you can reheat leftover burritos in the microwave, or in a preheated 350 degree oven until warmed through.
Copycat Chipotle Burrito Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 recipe Chipotle chicken, (or 2 cups cooked chicken)
- 1 recipe cilantro lime rice, (or 2 cups cooked rice)
- 1 recipe Chipotle black beans, (or 2 cups rinsed canned beans)
Toppings
- 6 large flour tortillas, burrito size
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup salsa
Instructions
- Prepare the Chipotle Black Beans, Copycat Chipotle Chicken, Copycat Chipotle Cilantro Lime Rice, and Homemade Guacamole per the instructions in each recipe and set each aside in separate containers as you prepare to build your burritos.
- Heat a large griddle over medium high heat and add a tortilla. Let warm for about 1 minute, then flip and warm the other side for about 45 seconds. Wrap in a kitchen towel to keep warm, then repeat with the rest of the tortillas.
- Place one tortillas on a flat surface. Add rice, chicken, guacamole, beans, and any combination of other toppings that you like, such as shredded cheese, fresh chopped cilantro, sour cream, salsa or hot sauce.
- Begin rolling by tucking in the sides of the tortilla and then rolling from one side as you tuck the toppings in.
- Wrap in aluminum foil to keep warm, or eat immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
- Storing Instructions: store leftover burritos in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: wrap each burrito in aluminum foil and then transfer to freezer bags. Store frozen for up to 2 months.
- To reheat: you can reheat leftover burritos in the microwave, or in a preheated 350 degree oven until warmed through.
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These copycat Chipotle Chicken Burritos are super delicious, filling and loaded with Mexican flavors. This recipe is all you need to make this delicious, flavorful and healthy fast food favorite right in your very own home
I love these so much words can not describe it. The flavor is just perfect.
So glad you love it too!
This recipe is so easy to make and very delicious. My family loved these chicken burritos!
This is it. I’m probably never buying a burrito at a restaurant again with such an easy recipe in my back pocket. Thank you for sharing!