Chicken Pesto Mozzarella Burritos

Crispy air-fried chicken, smoky bacon, melty mozzarella + Swiss, and a creamy basil-pesto sauce that SLAPS. 64g protein in one burrito 🤯 Makes 6 burritos – meal prep = handled.

Good

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

👨‍🍳 Recipe

Step 2

Air Fry the Chicken:

Step 3

Dice chicken, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Air fry at 400°F for 16–18 min, flipping halfway.

Step 4

Cook the Bacon:

Step 5

Bake 5 slices at 400°F for 12–15 min until crispy. Chop.

Step 6

Make the Sauce:

Step 7

Blend cottage cheese, pesto, basil paste, lemon juice, garlic, Parmesan, chili flakes, and splash of bone broth until creamy. Season to taste.

Step 8

Mix Filling:

Step 9

Toss cooked chicken + bacon with sauce in a large bowl. Fold in 150g mozzarella until cheesy and coated.

Step 10

Assemble Burritos:

Step 11

Lay tortilla flat

Step 12

Add filling

Step 13

Sprinkle optional sun-dried tomato

Step 14

Top with 2 slices Swiss

Step 15

Roll tight

Step 16

Final Toast (Optional):

Step 17

Crisp burritos in a skillet or air fryer until golden brown and cheese melts.

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