Smothered Baked Chicken Burritos Recipe
Savor these irresistible smothered baked chicken burritos, filled with tender chicken, beans, and rice, then smothered with enchilada sauce and melted cheese. A family favorite for dinner that’s easy to prepare and absolutely satisfying!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 cup black beans (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Mexican blend or cheddar)
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup enchilada sauce
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 6 large flour tortillas
- 1 cup additional enchilada sauce (for topping)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (for topping)
- Optional: chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, or sliced jalapeños for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, cooked rice, black beans, shredded cheese, sour cream, enchilada sauce, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Mix until well combined.
- Spoon the chicken mixture evenly into the center of each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
- Pour additional enchilada sauce over the burritos, spreading evenly. Top with shredded cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from oven and garnish with optional toppings like cilantro, diced tomatoes, or sliced jalapeños. Serve hot.
Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken for a quicker prep time.
- You can customize the filling with ingredients like corn, sautéed bell peppers, or refried beans.
- Adjust spice levels by adding more chili powder or hot sauce to the filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burrito
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg