Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
5 unit

chicken breasts

cooked and cut into strips

2 cup

coleslaw mix

with carrots included

15 ounce

pinto beans

drained

0.5 cup

ranch dressing

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

2 unit

green onions

chopped

8 unit

flour tortillas

8 inch

2 cup

cheddar cheese

shredded

0.5 cup

barbecue sauce

Step 1
~3 min

Combine cooked chicken strips, coleslaw mix, drained pinto beans, ranch dressing, and chopped green onions in a bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Season the mixture with salt and pepper.

Step 3
~3 min

Mix well to combine all ingredients.

Step 4
~3 min

Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 5
~3 min

Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

Step 6
~3 min

Place flour tortillas on a large baking sheet.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 7
~3 min

Sprinkle each tortilla with shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 8
~3 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9
~3 min

Remove the baking sheet from the oven.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~3 min

Evenly distribute the chicken mixture over the melted cheese on each tortilla.

Step 11
~3 min

Drizzle barbecue sauce over the chicken mixture on each tortilla.

Step 12
~3 min

Roll up each tortilla tightly in a jellyroll fashion.

Step 13
~3 min

Slice each rolled wrap in half before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a pinch of chili powder to the chicken mixture for a spicy kick.

Warm the tortillas slightly before filling to make them more pliable.

Serve with a side of sour cream or guacamole.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The chicken mixture can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of tortilla chips and salsa.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Corn on the cob
Potato salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern U.S.

Cultural Significance

Popular Tex-Mex dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Casual Dining
Family Meal
Potluck

Popularity Score

70/100

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