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this looks delicious, can't wait to try them. we are at the local burrito store at least once a week, my son (5) loves burritos!

It sounds delish -- the adorably big-eyed gal in the last photo is certainly enjoying it -- but I'm going to pass on voting because I think the time estimate is pretty generous.

I rarely think of Mexican or Tex Mex cuisine as quick since chopping, slicing, and dicing a variety of fruits and veggies can eat up a lot of time. There's a reason it's called taco night -- it takes up your whole night to make it.

This has definitely inspired me to have burrito night sometime soon, but not on a night I need a quick recipe.

Just voted for you - good luck Jessica:)

Can't wait to try it. We cook whole chickens all the time and now we have a new day after meal.

Thanks!

I know what I want to eat when I visit you.

it seems like such common sense, but i really like the idea of filling the burritos and then toasting in a dry pan to seal/melt the cheese. usually when i do burritos we do a build-your-own kind of thing, which frequently results in a lukewarm-to-cold burrito that has to be nuked in the microwave (and a dreaded floppy/gummy tortilla as a result). i also never thought of adding water to leftover chicken with the spices to make it juicier (i assume that's the purpose? i lack kitchen common sense).

good burrito ideas!

To address the time issue, I have to say that I deliberately plan these into the week's meals, so we are always using things that are leftover and pre-cooked. We timed it while we were making it, so the time is accurate. You could also have pre-made taco seasoning, either by making a larger batch of this recipe or buying packets. You can use canned beans, instant rice, and leftover vegetables for faster prep and cook times.

To be fair, you could start from scratch, make everything on the spot, and use brown rice and make a "night" out of this too. My husband doesn't cook much and even he can have this on the table by the time I walk in the door.

Oh, I almost forgot - I used the leftovers to make a sort of layered burrito pie that I threw in the freezer. It converted well : )

i disagree with akay--i think the time estimate sounds about right. but then again, knife skills (and knife quality) vary in every kitchen, and being a somewhat careful, slow, or just very precise chopper can add a few minutes. Even so, this still looks good and quick. good luck!

Mmmm ...please make this when we visit...please. You got my vote!

MMMMmmm this looks so good! I love easy dinner ideas that will please everyone! You must be an idiot if it takes you all night to make tacos. Chopping veggies takes maybe 5 mins and the whole point is people can make their own and have fun while doing it-- hence the name "taco night"

I buy beans in bulk and this is now on the menu for Saturday. great recipe!

Does the recipe really mean 1/4 tablespoon of chili powder (3/4 teaspoon)? It's just an odd way of expressing it so I wanted to be sure.