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Golden crispy chicken Alfredo burritos with cornflake coating cut in half showing creamy filling

Crispy Chicken Alfredo Burritos

Crispy cornflake-coated chicken Alfredo burritos — golden outside, creamy and cheesy inside.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinate Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 burritos

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken

  • 600 g chicken breasts I sliced it in half lengthways before cooking so they cook through more evenly and faster
  • 1 tbsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for the marinade, helps the seasoning stick and keeps the chicken juicy

For the Alfredo Sauce

  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 cup double/heavy cream
  • ½ cup cream cheese
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 tsp chicken bouillon
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp chilli flakes optional
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper

To Assemble

  • 6 flour tortillas large makes rolling easier
  • 1 cup mozzarella shredded

For the Crispy Coating

  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 2 cups cornflakes finely crushed or breadcrumbs

Instructions
 

  • Season the chicken breasts with black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, onion powder and salt. Add the olive oil and coat well both sides. Leave to marinate for 30 minutes -1 hour. The longer the better for better flavour.
  • Head a little oil in a large pan over medium heat. Cook the chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through (about 5-6 minutes per side, depending on thickness). Remove from the pan and leave to rest for a few minutes then chop into bite sized pieces.
  • In the same pan (I always use the same pan for the sauce for better flavour), melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for a few seconds until fragnant. Pour in the double cream, then add the cream cheese, chicken bouillon, salt, black pepper, oregano, garlic powder and chilli flakes if using. Stir until the cream cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
  • Reduce the heat and stir in the grated Parmesan until fully melted and incorporated. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens to a creamy, coating consistency. Remove from heat and leave to cool slightly. It’s much easier to work with a slightly cooled sauce.
  • Lay a flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon a generous layer of the Alfredo sauce down the centre, then add a handful of mozzarella, then the chopped chicken and more sauce. Top with more mozzarella. Make sure to not overfill, I have learned this the hard way! Fold in both sides of the tortilla, then roll tightly from the bottom up, keeping everything tucked in as you go.
  • Pour the beaten eggs into a shallow dish and the crushed cornflakes into another. Dip each burrito into the egg, making sure it is coated all over. Then press it firmly into the crushed cornflakes, turning so all sides are coated well. Press the cornflakes in so they really stick.
  • Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Place each burrito seam-side down first. This helps to seal the roll and stop it from during frying. Fry on all sides until every surface is deeply golden and crunchy.
  • Transfer the burritos to a wire rack or paper towel to drain. Cut in half and serve straight away while everything is hot and crispy.

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