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Smothered Green Chile Chicken Burritos

Indulgent Smothered Green Chile Chicken Burritos to Savor

Smothered Green Chile Chicken Burritos are comforting and flavorful, perfect for family dinners or a cozy night in.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 burritos
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Burrito Filling
  • 3 cups Cooked Chicken Substitute with ground beef, turkey, or sautéed vegetables for a vegetarian option.
  • 1 ½ cups Salsa For better texture, use your favorite chunky salsa.
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Ground Cumin Offers warm, earthy flavor that enhances the filling.
  • ½ teaspoon Dried Oregano Enhances the aromatic profile.
  • 1 ¼ cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Substitute with Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for a different taste.
  • 2 Green Onions Chopped, adds freshness and crunch.
  • 6 large Flour Tortillas Gluten-free tortillas can also be used.
Green Chile Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Butter Essential for creating a rich and creamy sauce.
  • 3 tablespoons All-purpose Flour Thickens the sauce.
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic Provides depth of flavor.
  • 2 cups Low-sodium Chicken Broth Flavorful base for the sauce.
  • 4 ounces Diced Green Chilies Offers the distinctive green chile flavor.
  • ½ cup Sour Cream Can be omitted if desired.
  • Salt and Black Pepper To taste.
Finishing Touches
  • Olive Oil For brushing to crisp the burritos.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet
  • Saucepan

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, salsa, ground cumin, dried oregano, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions.
  3. Lay out the large flour tortillas and spoon about ½ cup of the chicken filling onto the center of each tortilla. Fold the sides in and roll tightly.
  4. Brush the tops of the burritos lightly with olive oil and bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour, then add chicken broth, minced garlic, and green chilies. Stir until thickened and mix in sour cream.
  6. Spoon the green chile sauce over the baked burritos and sprinkle additional cheese. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
  7. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burritoCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Use leftover rotisserie chicken for easier preparation. Experiment with spicy chiles for added heat and ensure not to overfill tortillas to prevent spills while baking.

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