Description
Mexican-inspired smothered baked chicken burritos deliver pure comfort with hearty tortillas packed with seasoned chicken, melted cheese, and zesty sauce. Warm, cheesy goodness awaits when you pull these golden burritos straight from the oven, promising a satisfying meal that brings Southwestern flavors home.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 pounds chicken breasts
- 1 cup salsa
Fresh Produce:
- 1 cup tomatoes
- 1 cup avocados or guacamole
- ½ cup cilantro
Wrapping and Topping:
- 2 cups tortilla strips or chips
- 8 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker Mexican chicken according to the original recipe, carefully draining any excess liquid to prevent soggy burritos.
- Heat the oven to 400°F (204°C) and warm large flour tortillas for easier rolling.
- Spread a generous portion of the seasoned chicken mixture in the center of each tortilla, ensuring even distribution.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chicken, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Fold the tortilla sides inward, then roll tightly from bottom to top, creating a compact burrito with sealed ends.
- Place the burritos seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until the tortillas turn golden brown and crispy on the exterior.
- While burritos are baking, prepare the creamy sauce by melting butter and olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Gradually whisk in flour to create a smooth roux, cooking for 1-2 minutes to remove raw flour taste.
- Slowly pour in chicken broth, whisking continuously to prevent lumps and create a smooth base.
- Add green chilies, preferred seasonings, and gradually incorporate shredded cheese until melted and well-integrated.
- Gently fold in sour cream, stirring until the sauce reaches a rich, velvety consistency.
- Remove baked burritos from the oven and generously drizzle the warm cheese sauce over the top.
- Garnish with optional toppings such as chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, or sliced green onions before serving.
Notes
- Slow cooking Mexican chicken ensures tender, flavorful meat that easily shreds for burrito filling.
- Rolling tortillas tightly prevents ingredients from falling out during baking, creating a neat and compact burrito.
- Homemade sauce transforms simple baked burritos into a restaurant-quality dish with rich, creamy texture.
- Green chilies add a subtle heat and complexity to the white cheese sauce, enhancing overall flavor profile.
- Versatile recipe allows customization with additional toppings like fresh cilantro, diced tomatoes, or sliced avocado.
- Preparing sauce simultaneously while baking burritos maximizes kitchen efficiency and reduces total cooking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 500 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg