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Crispy Chicken Alfredo Burritos
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Crispy Chicken Alfredo Burritos

1 h 15 minServes 6Nutri-Score D€€
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what you need

Ingredients

6 people
  • chicken breasts (boneless, skinless)Meat600 g
  • black pepper (ground, divided)Spices2 g
  • garlic powder (divided)Spices6 g
  • onion powderSpices3 g
  • smoked paprikaSpices7 g
  • salt (to taste, divided)Spices5 g
  • olive oil (for marinating)Pantry30 ml
  • oil (for cooking the chicken)Pantry60 ml
  • butterDairy28 g
  • garlic (minced)Produce3 pieces
  • double creamDairy240 ml
  • cream cheeseDairy120 g
  • Parmesan cheese (grated)Dairy90 g
  • chicken bouillonPantry4 g
  • oregano (dried)Spices1 g
  • chilli flakesSpices2 g
  • flour tortillas (large)Bakery6 pieces
  • mozzarella cheese (grated)Dairy100 g
  • eggs (beaten)Dairy2 pieces
  • cornflakes (crushed)Grains80 g
  • oil (for frying)Pantry500 ml

per serving

Nutrition

675kcal

Carbs
43 g
Proteins
32 g
Fat
42 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Tongs
  • Cooling rack

step by step

Method

  1. Marinate the chicken

    • Season the chicken breasts with black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and smoked paprika.
    • Add the olive oil and coat well.
    • Marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
    Step 1
  2. Cook the chicken

    • Heat a little oil in a pan over medium heat.
    • Cook the chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through.
    • Remove, rest for a few minutes, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
    Step 2
  3. Make the Alfredo sauce

    • In the same pan, melt the butter and sauté the garlic for about 30 seconds.
    • Add the cream, cream cheese, chicken bouillon, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, oregano and chilli flakes.
    • Stir until smooth.
    Step 3
  4. Add the Parmesan

    • Reduce the heat and stir in the Parmesan until melted and creamy.
    • Simmer until the sauce thickens.
    • Let it cool slightly.
    Step 4
  5. Assemble the burritos

    • Place a tortilla flat and add Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, chicken, more Alfredo sauce and mozzarella.
    • Fold in the sides and roll tightly.
    Step 5
  6. Coat the burritos

    • Dip each burrito into the beaten egg.
    • Coat generously with crushed cornflakes, pressing gently so they stick.
    Step 6
  7. Fry until crispy

    • Heat oil over medium heat.
    • Place the burritos seam-side down first and fry on all sides until deeply golden, crispy and the cheese is melted.
    Step 7
  8. Serve

    • Drain on a wire rack or paper towel.
    • Let them rest for 2-3 minutes before cutting.
    Step 8