Description
Smothered Green Chile Chicken Burritos are a delicious and comforting dish featuring tender shredded chicken mixed with tangy green chiles and creamy sour cream, all wrapped in warm flour tortillas and baked under a blanket of zesty green enchilada sauce and melted cheese. Perfect for a hearty family meal or casual dinner, this recipe combines savory spices and fresh flavors for an easy-to-make Mexican-inspired favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Toppings and Assembly
- 1 can (10 oz) green enchilada sauce
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or Cheddar)
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for greasing the baking dish or warming tortillas)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the assembled burritos.
- Prepare the filling: In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, diced green chiles, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly to create a creamy, flavorful filling.
- Warm the tortillas: Heat the flour tortillas lightly in a skillet to make them more flexible and easier to roll without cracking.
- Assemble the burritos: Spoon an even amount of the chicken filling onto each warmed tortilla. Roll the tortillas tightly and place them seam-side down in a greased baking dish to prevent them from opening during baking.
- Add enchilada sauce: Pour the green enchilada sauce evenly over the top of the burritos, ensuring they are fully smothered to absorb flavor and moisture while baking.
- Top with cheese: Sprinkle shredded Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese generously over the sauced burritos for a cheesy topping.
- Bake the burritos: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Garnish and serve: Remove from oven and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve the burritos warm for the best taste.
Notes
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
- For extra heat, add chopped jalapeños or a spicier green chile variety.
- Use gluten-free tortillas if needed to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- The enchilada sauce can be homemade or store-bought based on your preference.
- Leftover burritos can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
