Description
Hearty Mexican-inspired “Smothered Baked Chicken Burritos” bring comfort and flavor to dinner tables with robust spices and cheesy goodness. Generous portions and simple preparation make this dish perfect for hungry families seeking a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
Starch and Beans:
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 6 large flour tortillas
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Mexican blend or cheddar)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup additional shredded cheese (for topping)
Seasonings:
- 1/2 cup enchilada sauce
- 1 cup additional enchilada sauce (for topping)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Optional Garnish:
- Chopped cilantro
- Diced tomatoes
- Sliced jalapenos
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F, preparing a baking dish with a light coating of cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Create a robust filling by thoroughly blending tender shredded chicken with fluffy cooked rice, hearty black beans, melty cheese, creamy sour cream, zesty enchilada sauce, and an aromatic blend of chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder.
- Lay out soft tortillas and distribute the savory mixture evenly across the center of each, ensuring a balanced distribution of ingredients.
- Carefully fold and roll each tortilla into a compact bundle, tucking in the edges to secure the filling and placing them seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
- Generously cascade additional enchilada sauce over the assembled burritos, ensuring complete coverage, then sprinkle a generous layer of cheese across the top.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and allow the burritos to bake until the cheese transforms into a golden, bubbling blanket and the edges become slightly crisp.
- Once removed from the oven, enhance the presentation with vibrant garnishes like fresh cilantro, juicy diced tomatoes, or spicy sliced jalapeños for an extra flavor dimension.
- Serve immediately while the burritos are hot and the cheese remains delightfully melted.
Notes
- Prep chicken ahead by slow-cooking or using rotisserie for extra flavor and tender meat.
- Swap regular tortillas with gluten-free or low-carb alternatives for dietary restrictions.
- Control spice levels by adjusting chili powder and adding mild or hot sauce according to preference.
- Enhance meal prep by assembling burritos in advance and refrigerating before baking for quick weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 58 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg