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Baked Chicken Burritos


  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

🌯 Smothered Chicken Burritos with Creamy Sauce and Cheese offer a flavorful, hearty meal with tender shredded chicken wrapped in crispy tortillas.
🧀 The creamy cheesy green chili sour cream sauce adds a rich finish, making this recipe perfect for satisfying dinner gatherings or meal prep.


Ingredients

– 6 burrito-size tortillas

– 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

– Olive oil or nonstick cooking spray for brushing/spraying

– 2 tablespoons olive oil

– 1 tablespoon butter

– 3 tablespoons flour

– 2 cups warmed low sodium chicken broth

– 1/2 teaspoon cumin

– 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon chili powder

– 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

– 1/2 cup sour cream

– 1 can (4 oz) mild chopped green chilies

– 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

– Hot sauce (to taste, optional)

– Black beans

– Refried beans

– Rice

– Vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, corn, zucchini)

– Tomatose

– Avocados or guacamole

– Cilantro

– Tortilla strips or chips


Instructions

1-Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a baking rack on top, or lightly grease the pan to ensure everything bakes evenly.

2-Fill each of the 6 tortillas with about 1/2 cup of the chicken filling and some shredded cheese, then roll them burrito-style by tucking in the ends to hold everything in place.

3-Place the burritos seam-side down on the rack or pan, and brush or spray them lightly with olive oil or nonstick cooking spray for that golden, crispy finish.

4-Bake for 18-20 minutes until they turn golden brown, and if you want extra crispiness, broil both sides for a minute or two just keep an eye on them to avoid burning.

5-While the burritos bake, make the sauce: Melt 1 tablespoon butter in 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat, whisk in 3 tablespoons flour, and cook for 3 minutes. Gradually whisk in 2 cups warmed low sodium chicken broth along with 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. Simmer until thickened, about 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in 1 can (4 oz) mild chopped green chilies and 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese until melted. Finally, mix in 1/2 cup sour cream and hot sauce to taste if you like it spicy.

6-Serve the baked burritos topped with the cheesy green chili sour cream sauce and any desired optional add-ins like vegetables or beans.

Notes

🔥 Use raw or undercooked tortillas for a crispier texture when baked.
🌿 Brush tortillas with olive oil to enhance the crispiness and golden color.
❄️ Prepare shredded chicken in advance and refrigerate or freeze for convenience.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Baking: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burrito

Keywords: Smothered,Chicken,Burritos,Creamy