Description
Elevate your meal prep with these high-protein, flavor-packed burritos. Combining lean ground turkey with smoky chipotle peppers, fiber-rich black beans, and sweet corn, this recipe is perfect for those seeking a macro-friendly lunch or dinner. These burritos provide a robust 32g of protein per serving and are designed to hold their flavor and texture, making them an excellent choice for a busy work week. Ditch the fast food for this superior, healthy, and satisfying homemade version.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs lean ground turkey
1 small yellow onion, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 chipotle peppers in adobo, minced
1 tbsp adobo sauce
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp smoked paprika
0.5 tsp dried oregano
2 cups cooked rice
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 cup corn
1.5 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
8 large flour tortillas
0.5 cup salsa
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the ground turkey to the skillet and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it into crumbles until browned through.
Stir in the chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, chili powder, smoked paprika, and oregano.
Add the cooked rice, black beans, corn, and salsa to the turkey mixture, stirring well to combine and heat through.
Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
Warm the flour tortillas in the microwave for 20 seconds to make them pliable.
Spoon the turkey and bean mixture onto each tortilla, top with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and roll tightly.
Serve immediately or wrap in aluminum foil for later consumption.
Notes
To store, wrap individual burritos in foil and place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or in an oven at 350°F until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 25
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: High Protein Meals
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired