Description
These Smothered Baked Chicken Burritos are a hearty and comforting meal featuring shredded chicken, rice, black beans, and cheese wrapped in flour tortillas, then baked under a creamy enchilada sauce topping. Perfect for a family dinner, they combine classic Mexican flavors with an easy baking method to create a cheesy, flavorful dish ready in just 45 minutes.
Ingredients
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Filling
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie works well)
- 1 cup cooked rice (white, brown, or Mexican-style)
- 1 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (half of total cheese amount)
- 1/2 cup salsa
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Burritos
- 6 large flour tortillas
Topping
- 1 cup red enchilada sauce
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese (remaining half)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a large baking dish to prevent sticking during baking.
- Prepare Filling: In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked rice, rinsed black beans, half of the shredded cheese, salsa, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings and ingredients.
- Assemble Burritos: Lay out the flour tortillas flat on a clean surface. Evenly divide the filling mixture among the tortillas, placing it in the center of each. Roll the tortillas tightly around the filling and place each burrito seam-side down into the prepared baking dish.
- Prepare Sauce: In a small bowl, mix together the red enchilada sauce and sour cream until smooth. Pour this mixture evenly over the assembled burritos in the dish.
- Add Cheese and Bake Covered: Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheese evenly on top of the sauce-covered burritos. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to keep moisture in and bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking the burritos for an additional 10 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown on top.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the burritos from the oven and garnish with chopped cilantro, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy your smothered baked chicken burritos.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut or cook your own chicken breast and shred it.
- For a spicier version, add chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce to the filling or enchilada sauce.
- To make this recipe gluten-free, substitute flour tortillas with gluten-free tortillas.
- Leftover burritos can be stored covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
- Feel free to add vegetables like corn or bell peppers to the filling for extra nutrition and flavor.
