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High Protein Creamy Chicken Fajita Burritos

High Protein Creamy Chicken Fajita Burritos

Fuel your body with this High Protein Creamy Chicken Fajita Burrito! Packed with 35g+ protein, sizzling fajita flavors, and a creamy, tangy sauce, it's a meal-prep dream.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 380 kcal

Equipment

  • Assembly Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients
  

Protein Base

  • 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 scoops unflavored whey protein powder
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

  • Fajita Vegetables
  • 2 large bell peppers red & green
  • 1 large red onion
  • 2 cloves garlic minced

Creamy Sauce

  • ½ cup Greek yogurt
  • ¼ cup light sour cream
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • 1 tbsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp fajita seasoning

Additional Components

  • 6 large whole wheat tortillas
  • Optional: Low-fat shredded cheese fresh cilantro, hot sauce

Instructions
 

1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken:

  • Slice chicken breasts into thin strips.
  • In a bowl, mix whey protein powder with fajita seasoning. Coat chicken evenly.

2️⃣ Sauté the Vegetables:

  • Slice bell peppers and onions into strips.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté vegetables for 5-6 minutes until slightly charred. Set aside.

3️⃣ Cook the Chicken:

  • In the same skillet, cook chicken on high heat for 6-7 minutes.
  • Flip halfway through and cook until golden brown & crispy edges form.
  • Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F.

4️⃣ Make the Sauce:

  • In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, sour cream, cream cheese, lime juice, and fajita seasoning.
  • The sauce should be thick yet pourable with a tangy kick.

5️⃣ Assemble the Burritos:

  • Warm tortillas slightly.
  • Layer chicken, roasted veggies, and creamy sauce.
  • Roll tightly, tucking in the edges for a secure wrap.

Notes

🔥 Spicy Southwest Version:
  • Add chipotle powder to chicken
  • Use pepper jack cheese
  • Include black beans & jalapeños
🌍 Mediterranean Twist:
  • Replace fajita seasoning with za'atar
  • Add crumbled feta & roasted eggplant
  • Drizzle with tzatziki
🌱 Vegetarian Protein Power:
  • Swap chicken for tofu or tempeh
  • Use plant-based protein powder
  • Add quinoa for extra protein
🥗 Low-Carb Lettuce Wrap:
  • Use large butter lettuce instead of tortillas
  • Increase protein powder coating
  • Add extra vegetables
🥚 Breakfast Burrito Remix:
  • Include scrambled egg whites
  • Use breakfast sausage
  • Add sweet potato hash

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 35gFat: 10gFiber: 6g
Keyword creamy chicken fajita, high protein chicken burrito, meal prep burrito
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