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Cajun Chicken Burrito

Lunch, Dinner
This dish has a nice kick to it from the chilli flakes, while the yoghurt sauce adds some richness. This is a great recipe for meal prepping and carb loading before an intense session or match!
3 stars from 2 votes
Calories657kcal
Carbs73g
Protein58g
Fats15g
For Intensive Exercise
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Performance Benefits

Chicken is a great source of lean protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth. Protein is crucial for maintaining and building lean muscle mass, and it helps with post-workout muscle recovery. Rice provides carbohydrates, which are the body's primary energy source. They are crucial for maintaining energy levels, especially during physical activity. They help replenish glycogen stores, ensuring you have the energy needed for peak performance.
Health Benefits

Olive oil is a heart-healthy fat that may help reduce inflammation and improve cholesterol levels. Peppers are particularly high in vitamins C and A. Vitamin C is essential for immune function, skin health, and wound healing, while vitamin A supports vision and immune system health. Carrots contain antioxidants which help protect cells from damage caused by free radicals, reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease.
Expert Tips

Feel free to add some more spices if you prefer an even spicier dish! This can be served with salad instead of rice on days when carb requirements are lower.

Equipment

  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Grater
  • 1 Pot
  • 1 Pan

Ingredients

  • 2 Chicken Fillets (chopped)
  • 120 g Wholegrain Rice (uncooked)
  • 2 Wholegrain Tortilla Wraps
  • 1 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 3 tbsp Cajun Seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp Chili Flakes
  • 1 Carrot (grated)
  • 1 Bell Pepper
  • 100 g Spinach
  • 10 Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
  • 150 g Greek Yoghurt
  • 1 Garlic Clove (minced)
  • 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
  • 1/2 tsp Pepper
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
2 servings

Instructions

  • Add the rice to a large pot of boiling water and boil for ~8-10 minutes.
  • While the rice is cooking, prepare the vegetables.
  • In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced chicken fillet with Cajun seasoning, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Ensure the chicken is well coated.
  • Heat a pan over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken pieces.
  • After 2 minutes, add the grated carrots, sliced red pepper, cherry tomatoes and spinach.
  • Cook for about 5-7 minutes. Make sure the chicken is cooked through.
  • In a small bowl, mix Greek yoghurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
  • Drain the cooked rice and add it to the pan with the chicken and vegetables.
  • Spread the yoghurt sauce evenly over each tortilla.
  • In the centre of each tortilla, layer the mixed rice, chicken and veg filling.
  • Fold the sides of the tortillas inward, then roll from the bottom to create a burrito.
  • Serve warm, and optionally, you can grill them for a few minutes for a crispy texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 560gCalories: 657kcalCarbohydrates: 73gProtein: 58gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2.9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.9gMonounsaturated Fat: 7.7gTrans Fat: 0.14gCholesterol: 113mgSodium: 3231mgPotassium: 1875mgFiber: 8.8gSugar: 13.2gVitamin A: 1148ugVitamin C: 131mgCalcium: 274mgIron: 6mg
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